Sunday 1 January 2017

1. Lk. 2: 21-35 -Second Sunday of Nativity

1.  Lk. 2: 21-35 :  The parents of Jesus show fidelity to Mosaic Law and their openness to the revelations by Simon and Anna. Simon indicates to the universal salvation not limiting Jesus’ mission to Jews only. He reveals that his own people will reject him and Mary would be a partner in the salvific acts of Jesus.

Mt. 1: 18-25- Holy Name of Jesus: Jesus is both Son of God by conception and Son of David by adoption by St. Joseph, who being a descendant of King David. He is commanded to name the son ‘Jesus’ which in Greek means ‘Yahweh saves’. In the name of Jesus, mankind is saved, all initiatives started especially as the new year starts.

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