Reitman's exposition of Job and Ecclesiastes is written for serious Bible students, combining a transparent hermeneutical methodology with a canonical-linguistic expositional style to explore the authors' intended meaning as expressed in the text. This innovative commentary provides a more canonical, literary and synthetic reading of these two books of Wisdom than is available in verse-by-verse exegetical treatments and relates the arguments of the two books to make them eminently applicable to contemporary readers.

The Anglo-Saxons placed a great deal of importance on wisdom and learning, something Beowulf makes dramatically clear when he uses his 'wordhord' to command respect and admiration from his friends and foes alike. Modern day scholars no longer have recourse to the living language and culture of the Anglo-Saxons, and as a result must turn to their 'wordhords' - the literary, historical, and cultural artefacts that have survived in various degrees of intactness - to learn about life in Anglo-Saxon England. This collection of essays, gathered to honour the memory of the noted Anglo-Saxonist Edward B. Irving, Jr., brings together an international group of leading scholars who take the measure of Anglo-Saxon literary, textual, and lexical studies in the present moment. Ranging from philological and structural studies to ones that explicitly engage a variety of contemporary theoretical issues, they reflect the rich diversity of approaches to be found among Anglo-Saxonists. Subjects addressed include comparative work on Old English and Latin, and on Old English, ancient Greek, and South Slavic, notions of authorship and textual integrity, techniques of editing, heroic poetry, religious verse, lexicography, oral tradition, and material textuality. Offering a fresh reading of some popular pieces and inviting attention to some less-familiar texts, these previously unpublished essays illustrate the latest state of particular techniques for literary/critical analysis, textual recovery, and lexical studies.

Occult Mastery: A Practical Guide To Black Magic And Forbidden Arts is an in-depth exploration of the dark arts and occult practices. This comprehensive book delves into the origins of black magic, its history throughout ancient civilizations, and the role of cults and secret societies. It provides practical insights into harnessing dark energy, performing rituals and spells, and understanding the influence of planetary alignments. The book also delves into summoning and binding entities, including conjuring demons, controlling spirits, and creating pacts with otherworldly beings. It uncovers the art of curses and hexes, teaching readers the methods of casting malevolent spells and breaking curses. Necromancy and spirit communication are covered extensively, covering the ability to speak with the dead, raise the departed, and utilize necromantic energies. The guide further explores forbidden knowledge and ancient texts, focusing on books of forbidden lore, unlocking arcane wisdom, and translating ancient scripts. Dark alchemy and potion making are also included, providing insights into crafting potent potions and elixirs. The book covers astral projection and soul travel, highlighting the exploration of the astral realm, journeying beyond the physical form, and navigating the spirit world. Additionally, the text delves into the art of elemental control, teaching readers how to master fire and heat, manipulate water and ice, and harness the power of air and storms. It also provides guidance on crafting dark talismans and charms, empowering objects with malevolent energy, enchanting talismans for protection, and creating binding charms for dark purposes. Furthermore, the reader will learn about blood magic and sacrificial rites, including the use of blood in rituals, sacrificial offerings, and tapping into life force energy. The book explores the merging of the spiritual and physical realms, transcending the material plane, integrating spirit and flesh, and bridging worlds with dark arts. Protection against dark forces is extensively covered, discussing how to ward off malevolent entities, defend against curses and hexes, and create a safe haven from dark magic. The text also delves into the devotion to the dark arts, embracing shadow and light, and aligning with forces of malevolence. Lastly, Occult Mastery contemplates the price of power, discussing sacrifices and obligations, the moral and ethical implications of dark magic, and the consequences of tapping into forbidden arts.

Although spiritual intelligence is a significant part of who we are, it is frequently ignored. In a world where we face an endless array of complex situations, it is crucial to have a strong sense of spiritual intelligence to navigate these challenges and make meaningful decisions. Proactively bringing it into our consciousness and integrating it into our daily lives can bring about a transformative change. This book is designed to be a practical and accessible guide to enhancing your spiritual intelligence, providing foundational principles that you can refer to at any time. It prepares you not only for personal growth but also to foster spiritual growth within families and communities. With insights from eastern and western thinkers, scriptures, and the principles of psychology and philosophy, its universal teachings have the power to inspire change and ignite a lifelong journey towards spiritual growth. The awareness of spiritual intelligence that these inputs will bring about in you is sure to result in a profound shift in perspective and enable you to live a fulfilling and purposeful life.

For all who are wondering how the pieces fit into the jigsaw of God's revelation, Colin Smith has provided an answer, which is refreshingly simple, biblically accurate, and will prove phenomenally helpful to the serious Bible student and the new beginner alike. — Alistair Begg, senior pastor, Parkside Church In Unlocking the Bible Story, Colin Smith moves gradually through portions of the Bible to explain how it all holds together. He tells God's one grand story of salvation and reflects on major themes along the way. In volume 2 he moves through the Wisdom and Prophetic books, which provide reflections on life with God, judgment for sin, and the hope of restoration. Includes the study guide formerly sold separately. One of the most urgent needs in the church today is for a crisp and comprehensive knowledge of the Bible's storyline. To grasp how the sacred history moves from Genesis to Revelation not only brings fresh insight into how the Bible hangs together, and what each part contributes to the whole, but also is crucial for developing a Christian worldview. Colin Smith has met these needs admirably. I hope these volumes will circulate widely and be read and re-read. — D. A. Carson, research professor New Testament at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School, cofounder of The Gospel Coalition

Street Smarts From Proverbs reveals Solomon's steps to divine wisdom while providing tools to navigate out of conflict into community. Mitch Kruse learned the hard way that going to church three times a week while growing up did not answer the question: Have you ever thought about changing the scorecard of your life from money to wisdom? His pursuit to find the answer sparked a lifelong journey through the ultimate wisdom book, Proverbs, one that connects God's heart with street smarts. Street Smarts From Proverbs introduces Solomon's twelve words to the wise: righteousness, equity, and justice wise behavior, understanding, and wise communication prudence, discretion, and wise counsel discipline, knowledge, and learning Each is paired with a real-life story of someone who experienced God's miraculous restoration after humbling their heart to Him. It explains, illustrates, and applies one of the twelve words, providing an easy-to-understand, yet life-transforming step-by-step process to assimilate each respective trait of wisdom. Street Smarts From Proverbs gives memorable prompts for the reader to recall every point with the purpose of applying it to conflict at work, with family, among friends, and in ministry. It provides tangible tools to be shrewd, yet harmless, in business dealings; to separate wisdom from foolishness through discretion; and to seek wise counsel for life's decisions.

Wisdom, Attachment, and Love in Trauma Therapy focuses on the creation of the therapist as healing presence rather than technique administrator—in other words, how to be rather than what to do. Trauma survivors need wise therapists who practice with the union of intellect, knowledge, and intuition. Through self-work, therapists can learn to embody healing qualities that foster an appropriate, corrective, and loving experience in treatment that transcends any technique. This book shows how Eastern wisdom teachings and Western psychotherapeutic modalities combine with modern theory to support a knowledgeable, compassionate, and wise therapist who is equipped to help even the most traumatized person heal. Chapters: Chapters 2 and 3 of this book are freely available as a downloadable Open Access PDF at http://www.taylorfrancis.com under a Creative Commons [Attribution-Non Commercial-No Derivatives (CC-BY-NC-ND)] 4.0 license.