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how might this ancient wisdom inform our modern efforts in building and securing our communities?

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Proverbs 29:18

Where there is no vision, the people perish: but he that keeps the law, happy is he.

This verse comes from the book of Proverbs, a collection of ancient Israelite wisdom literature, mostly attributed to King Solomon. It offers short, memorable sayings intended to teach practical wisdom for living well, individually and in community, to a younger generation.

What kind of 'vision' does your community need to flourish, beyond just surviving?

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