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What does Ascension do with financial contributions from listeners?
Produce free Catholic podcasts, videos, and digital content to help people know and grow closer to the Catholic faith.
Why did Antiochus Epiphanes suffer a painful death?
He was struck by God for his arrogance and cruelty towards the Jews.
What did Antiochus promise to do before his death?
Declare Jerusalem free, adorn the holy sanctuary, and make the Jews equal to citizens of Athens.
What does Solomon say about the value of wisdom compared to wealth?
He preferred wisdom over scepters, thrones, and priceless gems, considering wealth insignificant.
How does Solomon describe the nature of wisdom?
Wisdom is intelligent, holy, unique, manifold, subtle, mobile, clear, unpolluted, distinct, invulnerable, loving the good, keen, irresistible, beneficent, humane, steadfast, sure, free from anxiety, all-powerful, overseeing all, and penetrating through all intelligent and pure spirits.
What is the significance of wisdom being feminine in the scriptures?
It highlights the beauty and nurturing nature of wisdom, often associated with the Holy Spirit.
How does the author of 2 Maccabees portray God's involvement in human affairs compared to 1 Maccabees?
2 Maccabees emphasizes God's direct and active involvement, while 1 Maccabees shows a more indirect presence.
What assurance does Father Mike offer to those experiencing the worst day of their life?
God is present and active, offering support and love even in the darkest times.
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