Book of Sirach facts for kids
The Book of Sirach is an ancient book that is part of the Bible for many Christians. These include followers of the Catholic and Orthodox faiths. It was written a very long time ago, around 180 BC. A man named Ben Sira wrote it in Jerusalem. The main idea of the book is about wisdom.
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The Book of Sirach: A Guide to Wisdom
The Book of Sirach is like a guide to living a smart and good life. It is also known as the Wisdom of Jesus, son of Sirach. This book is part of the biblical canon for some Christian groups. A canon is a list of books that are officially accepted as sacred.
When Was It Written?
This important book was written around 180 BC. That's over 2,200 years ago! It was written in the city of Jerusalem. At that time, Jerusalem was a busy and important city.
Who Wrote It?
The author of the Book of Sirach was a Jewish man named Ben Sira. He was a wise teacher. He wanted to share his knowledge with others. He wrote the book to help people understand how to live wisely.
What's Inside the Book?
The main topic of the Book of Sirach is wisdom. It talks about how to be wise in everyday life. It gives advice on many things, such as:
- How to treat your parents
- How to be a good friend
- How to speak kindly
- How to be humble
- How to trust in God
The book teaches that true wisdom comes from God. It also says that wisdom helps you make good choices. It guides you to live a life that pleases God and helps others.
Why Is It Part of the Bible for Some?
The Book of Sirach was accepted into the Bible by some Christian churches. This happened at important meetings. One such meeting was the Council of Carthage in 397 AD. Later, Catholic leaders confirmed it at the Council of Trent in the 16th century. These councils decided which books would be part of their official Bible.
Images for kids
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"Alle Weiſsheit ist bey Gott dem Herren..." (modern spelling: Alle Weisheit ist bei Gott dem Herrn) (Sirach, first chapter, German translation), anonymous artist 1654
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Illustration for Sirach, c. 1751
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Illustration of the high priest Jesus Sirach in the Secret Book of Honour of the Fugger by Jörg Breu the Younger, 1545–1549
See also
In Spanish: Libro de la Sabiduría de Jesús ben Sirá para niños
