Driving past a sign last week, I couldn’t help but think of the untimely face-off on the debt ceiling in our nation’s capitol. The sign stated “Don’t cross this field unless you ...

Since 1900, the Christian Century has published reporting, commentary, poetry, and essays on the role of faith in a pluralistic society.

Solomon was acclaimed as the wisest of kings. According to medieval legend, his wisdom was most strenuously tested by a peasant whose rude appearance was the distinguished monarch’s opposite.

Since ancient times, wisdom has been a prized possession. Solomon, history’s wisest man, wrote, “Acquire wisdom, and with all your acquiring, get understanding” (Proverbs 4:7). He recognized ...