The episode that is recounted in today's first reading (2 Kings 22:8-13; 23:1-3) speaks of the wisdom of God that is passed on to his people though the Law (which is also known as the Torah). The Book of the Law is composed of the first five books of the Old Testament: Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Deuteronomy and Numbers.
As it was then, so in our days, the wisdom contained in these Books of the Bible are shared every time that we gather and read from them - as we are doing during the Masses that are celebrated in these weeks. The guidance given in these pages is meant to help us to nourish our own relationships with our God, to strengthen us in our faith and to help us to be examples of God's love for the benefit of those we meet.
Pope Francis has - on repeated occasions - suggested that we should all carry a small copy of the gospels in our pockets or in our purses, so that we can read a few words of scripture each day. These words will allow us to spend time with God every day and spending time in the presence of God will help us to learn about him and to grow closer to him. The Law of the Torah might be a good place to start - so that we can get to know the person of God ... he has so much to share with us, if only we would come close to him and allow him to teach our hearts.
Have a great day.
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