You are destined, it is written, in time to come to put an end to wrath before the day of the LORD, To turn back the hearts of parents toward their children, and to re-establish the tribes of Israel. Sirach 48:10 NABRE
Certain Christians associate this book with the Hebrew Scriptures, though it is not contained within the Hebrew Bible, it is a Wisdom book, which opens speaking about all Wisdom having is fullness in God, it is viewed as a sort of book of maximums but captures history as well. It is known by many titles, “Instructions of Ben Sirach,” or “Book of Instruction,” “The Wisdom of Jesus, son of Sirach,” or “Wisdom of Sirach.” It is even known as “Ecclesiasticus,” however the title Sirach has gained popularity since the third century. It is a book written by Jesus ben Sirach, who knowing the law and the prophets is led to write something pertaining to the instruction of wisdom, so those who love learning may make greater progress in living according to the law. Written by Jesus ben Sirach the prologue and translation are the work of his unnamed grandson.
The quoted chapter is a summary of the lives of the prophets Elijah and Elisha. It highlights Elijah’s mission to turn hearts to the father, to his sons and to placate God’s wrath. The gospels apply the words here to John the Baptist, with a reference to his mission to prepare the way. Sirach reminds a remnant of the people remained faithful and the continuation of salvation is assured. Often the passage quoted is read as a messianic promise which is fulfilled in the presence, life and death of Jesus the Christ. The timeline of salvation continues and God’s plan to make contact with every human is restored in Jesus.
Do you see importance in historical timelines that continue in our life? Do you realize you are a part of the salvation story?
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