“A wife who obsesses on "fixing" her husband only succeeds in demeaning him.” — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“In marriage, those who persevere are rewarded with the most precious thing this earth has to offer: Marital love--a partnership that conquers… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“Would you marry you? Be the right person before seeking the right person. Solomon's bride is carefully chosen for the good of… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“You may have started as my daughter, but it was always understood that one day you would be a wife, mother, and… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“Beware young brides: The cruelest behaviors on earth are done in the name of, what some call, 'love.' Therefore, the Shulamite does… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“Marriage is nothing to underestimate. Success in marriage is about getting back up, again and again. Ultimately, the Shulamite had to write… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“In Song of Songs we are introduced to a new problem for Abishag: Solomon was choosing wives for political advantages, while she… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“Abraham had eight sons--not one. All eight sons bring something to the table. Abraham loved all of his sons. He was a… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“When we justify a flaw we are actually inventing a new one. When a woman neglects developing her own character, she not… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“Your partner may have injuries that you can't repair. Your partner may be trapped in a dark room without windows. Your life… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“Like the chosen Shulamite, there will be times when you too will be faced with crude assaults on your virtue, or with… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“It sickens me to admit this, but the divorce rate is the same for religious couples as it is for non-religious couples.… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“What changes when a woman marries? What does a woman lose and what does she gain? For Abishag, marrying king David gave… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“The Shulamite lives by a different set of values. One of the most horrible frauds perpetrated on western couples is 'trust your… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“To erroneously assert that the unclaimed Shunemite does not treasure the opportunity misses the entire point of this superlative song. She wants… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“Our unclaimed Shunemite, however, can only look on. No kiss for her. Being the most beautiful woman in Israel isn't enough for… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“This is going to hurt, but you will have to watch other couples be happier, richer and louder than you. Wait. No… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“Like Sarah, treat your husband like what he might become. When all the facts said Sarah would have no vineyard, she became… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“Today's marriages become toxic, with resentments, after only a few years. It's one thing to say, 'I forgive,' but most lack the… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“There is so much information in one Hebrew word that translators are hard pressed to decide how much information should be cut.… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“God forces us to quantify our religious tenants by measuring them against the family problems they solve. If your religious beliefs aren't solving family… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“Would you marry you? Be the right person before seeking the right person. Solomon's bride is carefully chosen for the good of his family,… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“Most of us acquire and shed fractions of narcissistic traits throughout our lives. The teachings of Jesus help us shed narcissistic traits. It’s part… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“There is so much information in one Hebrew word that translators are hard pressed to decide how much information should be cut. Since the… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“Beware young brides: The cruelest behaviors on earth are done in the name of, what some call, 'love.' Therefore, the Shulamite does a much… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“The Bible frequently uses symmetries and inversions. By such comparisons (parallels and contrasts) the unique aspects of reality begin to emerge. Comparing two objects… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“All Abraham's sons were taught that God would progressively reveal Himself. God's wholeness has yet to be realized. There will always be gaps in… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“Like your marriage, everything in the universe is trying to find its orbit. In the midst of this constant readjustment, both partners should be… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“About 4,400 years ago 8 people stepped off Noah’s ark. According to the United Nations Population Growth Statistics, the world’s population grows at about… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“Members of the flock who demand accountability from sick leaders are quietly pushed out the back door. Mother-Judah had become that kind of leader—a… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“Regardless of our assessment of Elimelech, Naomi lost her husband. On the Holmes and Rahe Stress Scale, loss of a spouse is the worst… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
“Not only does every Hebrew word have its own definition, but every Hebrew letter, within the word, has its own meaning. God placed before… — Michael Ben Zehabe Copy Share Image
