529. The presentation of Jesus in the temple shows him to be the firstborn Son who belongs to the Lord.216With Simeon and Anna, all Israel awaits its encounter with the Saviour – the name given to this event in the Byzantine tradition. Jesus is recognized as the long-expected Messiah, the “light to the nations” and the “glory of Israel”, but also “a sign that is spoken against”. the sword of sorrow predicted for Mary announces Christ’s perfect and unique oblation on the cross that will impart the salvation God had “prepared in the presence of all peoples”.
Aprofunde seus conhecimentos
586. What does the phrase “Who art in heaven” mean?
483. When is it morally permitted to use military force?
139. What symbols are used to represent the Holy Spirit?
348. When does the Church allow the physical separation of spouses?
187. How do the Bishops exercise their function of governing?
293. When is it possible to give Holy Communion to other Christians?
Acesse nossos estudos biblicos:
What is the message behind the parable of the Pharisee and the Publican?
What can we learn about the theology of suffering from the story of Job described in Job 1:1-22?
How important is wisdom in mate selection and marriage according to Proverbs 18:22?
What is the Final Judgment according to Joel 3:14-16?
What is the divine nature of Jesus Christ, as described in Mark 1:1?
