To those without sense she says, ‘Come, eat of my bread and drink of the wine I have mixed. Lay aside immaturity, and live, and walk in the way of insight.’” vss. 4-6
Proverbs 9:4-6
Every generation professes concern for succeeding generations, frequently castigating the young for their senseless and immature behaviors, even though we all know that foolishness is not the exclusive domain of that sector of the population. Folks of every age are susceptible to outrageous and childish words and actions. According to the book of Proverbs dealing with such people is the particular domain of Sophia or Wisdom. In fact, that’s her role, and she invites those without sense to a meal of bread and wine, a supper that will enable them to live with insight and understanding. That same invitation is given to the wandering of our age, youth and adults alike. It’s what Jesus said to the people he encountered, “Come to me, you who are weary and heavy laden, and I will give you rest.” In our communities of faith, there is even a meal involved, one in which we are invited to feast on the Bread of Life. The key to the invitation of both Proverbs and Jesus is the insight that Wisdom is always mediated. We don’t just stumble on it–always there will be a mediator–it could even come through a meal with Sophia. Often it comes from Jesus as channeled by a particularly wise friend or acquaintance.
Thought for the Day: Where have I received wisdom and insight?
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