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September 18, 2026 - Judges 13 & Proverbs 15:13-16
Today's reading covers Judges 13 and Proverbs 15:13–16. Our reflection follows Samson's birth narrative, as the angel of the Lord appears to Manoah's barren wife and announces a son set apart under the Nazirite vow. The scene and discussion draw a parallel to Mary's own angelic annunciation, while also tracing how this account fits the recurring downward-spiral pattern already seen across Judges.
In Proverbs 15:13–16, the discussion covers how a glad heart shows itself in a cheerful face while a crushed spirit follows sorrow. We review the heart of understanding that seeks knowledge and the…
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