Ben Sira writes Ecclesiasticus at a time when many Jews are becoming aware of Hellenic (Greek) culture but are still committed to their Jewish roots, including the study of Torah. Ben Sira is particularly concerned about young people, who seem attracted to the Greek ways of life. In this chapter he ….

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This post appeared here first: Forward Day By Day – October 22, 2018

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