The Second Vatican Council declared that "the treasures of the Bible are to be opened up more lavishly so that richer fare may be provided for the faithful at the table of God's Word. In this way a more representative portion of the Holy Scriptures will be read to the people over a set cycle of years." This book, Opening the Treasures, is meant to be a help to those preachers who are devoted to procaliming the Word of God to the faithful who participate in weekday Masses. It can also assist all those who want to meditate and reflect on the significance of the Scriptures as found in the daily lectionary. It is not meant to be a scholarly study of the text but a pastoral and devotional application of God's Word to the present day. Its simplicity and clarity recommend it to all.