The Bible in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 283: Mattathias Attacks (2024)
Oct 9, 2024
Fr. Mike delves into Mattathias's fierce rebellion against oppressive rule, showcasing a powerful stand for faith and integrity. He highlights the significance of community and compassion, urging listeners to remember the needs of the poor. The discussion encompasses wisdom in forming deep friendships, emphasizing authenticity over superficial connections. Through the readings, themes of honor, resistance, and the quest for religious freedom emerge, inspiring a call to uphold one's values amidst adversity.
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Pursue Wisdom Diligently
- Seek wisdom persistently like a farmer tending and waiting for a harvest.
- Commit fully to wisdom's demands, for it brings rest and joy when embraced.
Value of a Good Name
- A good name and favor are more valuable than riches.
- Prudence, humility, and fear of the Lord bring true honor and life.
Mattathias' Zealous Rebellion
- Mattathias violently resisted the king’s command by killing a fellow Jew who offered a forbidden sacrifice.
- He then rallied those zealous for the law to flee to the hills and oppose both Greeks and disobedient Jews.