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Proverbs 4:20–22, Shevat 4, and the Sound of Strength Shevat is a month when what has been hidden beneath the surface begins to stir. Sap rises in the trees; the first signs of life press toward visibility even while the air is still cold. On Shevat 4, Proverbs 4:20–22 offers a picture of how that same awakening happens inside the heart, as Yahweh’s words move from mere information to living strength and authority. “My son, give attention to my words; incline your ear to my

Day 3 of creation: Flourishment, New Life The menorah lamp of the righteous: Counsel The menorah lamp of the wicked: hands that shed innocent blood The 3rd feast of the Lord: the Feast of First Fruits Because today is Shevat 2, on the Hebrew calendar, we will read Proverbs 2 Proverbs 2:1–5 and the 3rd Day: When Counsel Becomes First Fruits. When Proverbs chapter 2 opens, a father leans in and speaks to his son: “My son, if you receive my words and treasure up my commandments

Day 2 of Creation: Relation The 2nd lamp of the righteous: Understanding The 2nd feast of the Lord: Feast of Unleavened Bread (Matzah) The 2nd lamp of the wicked: Lying Tongue Because today is Shevat 1, on the Hebrew calendar, we will read Proverbs 1 Proverbs 1:23 Repent when I reprove —I will pour out my spirit to you, I will make my words known to you. When the book of Proverbs opens, Wisdom steps into the street and raises her voice. In 1:23 she issues a decisive invitatio