Re: Virtues, Prudence; Example: Daniel
Fr: Daniel 1 (“Four Young Israelites at the Babylonian Court”)
v. 8, 11-12 “But Daniel resolved that he would not defile himself with the royal rations of food and wine; so he asked the palace master to allow him not to defile himself. [11] Then Daniel asked the guard …: [12] ‘Please test your servants for ten days. Let us be given vegetables to eat and water to drink.’”
Commentary:
“Daniel resists the king’s command, his food, his lifestyle, and his dominion. He offers a test so that he and his companions can prove that they will not only survive but will thrive on their obedience to their God who is God alone. They become known for their knowledge and wisdom and prudence (knowing when to be public and when to lie low in the face of evil and persecution). We have much to learn from these young men who know how to be faithful to their covenant with God and the people, yet know how to survive in a climate of slavery, oppression, and being conquered.”
- McKeena, M. (2007). Bible diary. QC: Claretian, Monday, 34th Week in Ordinary Time.
my personal reflection:
we have this saying, "choose the battles you fight."
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