Explore David L. Gray’s essay on Catholic doctrine asserting that the Eucharist is inseparable from the Mass. It emphasizes proper intention, form, and ecclesial communion, rejecting sacrilegious practices and upholding canon law to protect the sanctity of Christ’s institution.
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Explore the profound connections between the Annunciation, the creation of the world, and the Nativity of Jesus Christ. Delve into the symbolism of the Aries Ram, the sacrifice of Isaac, and the cosmic significance of March 25 and December 25 in Christian theology. Authored by David L. Gray.
Explore the rich tradition of the ‘O Antiphons’ in the Advent Liturgy, a profound and beautiful practice that deepens our anticipation of Christ’s birth. Discover the historical and theological significance of these ancient chants, and how they prepare our hearts and minds for the celebration of the Incarnation.
This essay by David L. Gray discusses the Catholic Church’s teaching on the death penalty, highlighting its incompatibility with the Gospel and Jesus’ teachings.
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Introduction his exegesis paper will concentrate on John 11:1-44 (the Raising of Lazarus) and will offer a particular focus the historical aspect of the passage in regards to the historical reliability concerning the family of Mary, Martha, and Lazarus. It is noteworthy that this is the only extensive narrative about a family in the entire
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This paper seeks to reflect upon the pericope of Micah 3:1-12 in light of the entire book of Micah and its historical and religious situation in Salvation History. To begin to develop a full understanding of this passage in its context, the paper will first recall the general message of the book and this passage’s
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Introduction ogether with chapter six, chapter seven lays the groundwork for the entire book of Isaiah. These are linchpin chapters that must be valued and understood first for their literal meaning, so that the beginning, remainder, and all of the book can be understood harmoniously with the full Catholic sense of Scripture. The tropological, didactic
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he pericope at the very end of the Gospel of John consisting of 21:15-25 may conclude the fourth Gospel, yet it is hardly to be thought of as the end of the story. Even before getting to the finish, it brings closure to the stories of two prominent disciples: Peter and the Beloved Disciple. It
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This narrative is rich in theological meaning and real life praxis of the faith. There is a great deal to say here about the trustworthiness of God, the silliness of fear, and the benefits of showing humility before God and man. There is also a great deal to consider about Esau and the father in Luke’s narrative being like an image of the Church.
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For their part, the Biblical narrators, through their literary devices of type-scene, word/phrase/concept repetition, and dialogue, have seamlessly tied Moses into the Covenant that God made with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.
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