The recent discovery in Pompeii of a woman clutching her treasures as disaster struck is a poignant reminder of the dangers of greed. This, coupled with the biblical narrative of King Ahab's covetousness over Naboth's vineyard, which led to deceit and murder, provides a stark warning about the destructive nature of greed. Greed is not just a desire for more but an idolatrous worship of material possessions. It can manifest as hoarding, excessive spending, and a lack of compassion, potentially leading to more severe sins. Reflecting on our own lives, we must confront greed by repenting and practicing generosity, learning from these stories to seek contentment in what we have.