Powerful observations from the Book of
Proverbs about life and money
can inform your financial choices even today.
can inform your financial choices even today.
These wise words are far more than
one-dimensional pieces of folksy advice. Taken together, they
form a coherent way of thinking about the world and the
importance of committing to a life of wisdom.
Directly encounter the key texts from
Proverbs, their historical setting, their structure and
purpose. See the impact their profound teachings can have on
your financial life today as an individual, as a member of a
community, and as a global citizen. Topics include:
• Kindness to the Poor and Vulnerable
• The Rights of the Poor and Other
Socially Vulnerable Groups
• Justice in the Marketplace
• Borrowing, Lending and Surety
• Bribes and Gifts
• Wealth’s Advantages
• Wealth and Fundamental Equality
“Thoughtful [and] timely….
Sandoval’s presentation is practical, his style is
accessible, and the substance of his argument is cogent and
compelling. An important reference point in our continuing work
on faith and money.”
—Walter
Brueggemann, professor emeritus,
Columbia Theological Seminary;
author, Prayers for a Privileged People and Praying the Psalms:
Engaging Scripture and the Life of the Spirit
author, Prayers for a Privileged People and Praying the Psalms:
Engaging Scripture and the Life of the Spirit
“Shows you how to navigate the world
of money while honoring the deep wisdom found in the
Bible’s divinely inspired self-help book, the Book of
Proverbs. Enlightening and helpful, this is not just a book to
read; it is a map to follow.”
—Rabbi
Rami Shapiro, author, Ethics of the Sages: Pirke Avot—Annotated
& Explained
“Gives insight to the text and
creates dialogue about the economic needs of today…. A
prophetic voice for our country and a refreshing approach to
the issues of social justice.”
—Lauren
Tyler Wright, author, Giving—The Sacred Art:
Creating a Lifestyle of Generosity
Creating a Lifestyle of Generosity
Timothy J. Sandoval, PhD, is associate professor of Hebrew Bible at
Chicago Theological Seminary, where he teaches courses on the
Bible and economic ethics. He is a published authority on the
Book of Proverbs and other Hebrew Bible-related topics for both
scholarly and general audiences.