913 total reads
913 total reads During the time of Jesus, the Mediterranean world lives by a deeply rooted belief in the spirits who exist in great numbers and
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736 total reads Continuing the discussion regarding the law and how Jesus “fulfills” it (cf. s1S#124), He addressed in today’s gospel two issues- retaliation and attitudes
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760 total reads In Hebrew teaching, love and respect for the law are unmatched. Jesus’ opening statement in today’s gospel (Mt 5:17-20) reflects this posture, a
1,097 total reads
1,097 total reads In the biblical period clay ovens were a common fixture next to some houses along the roadside, (some of which remain even to
1,072 total reads
1,072 total reads In his gospel, Matthew gathered scattered pieces of Jesus’ teaching and crafted them into a sermon delivered on a mount (ch 5-7); while
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658 total reads The Synoptic gospels make it clear that Jesus does not begin his ministry until the Baptizer has completed his while in John’s gospel
1,175 total reads
1,175 total reads The feast of the Sto. Niño is celebrated today, (”only in the Philippines”). And because it is inextricably connected to the child Jesus
