Theme: Wisdom
“And to these children God gave knowledge, and understanding in every book, and wisdom: but to Daniel the understanding also of all visions and dreams.”
Reflection for Today
The Church sets before us Daniel 1:17: “And to these children God gave knowledge, and understanding in every book, and wisdom: but to Daniel the understanding also of all visions and dreams.”
In Daniel, the prophetic word unsettles comfort and awakens hope. God loves His people enough to call them back, and enough to promise a future. Wisdom in the Bible is rarely flashy. It looks like restraint, good counsel, and the humility to ask for help before a decision hardens.
If nothing else remains from this page, let one phrase of Daniel 1:17 remain. If possible, bring this line to Mass or to a brief visit before the Blessed Sacrament. Let Christ finish in silence what the verse began in your thoughts.
Prayer
Lord God, thank You for speaking through Daniel 1:17. You said, “And to these children God gave knowledge, and understanding in every book, and…” I do not want to rush past these words. Quiet my mind, warm my heart, and help me live what I have heard with faith, hope, and charity. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
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