This is beautiful, and so much to contemplate and reflect on! However, I would like to especially thank you for stressing that even as a child Jesus knew who he is and why he came upon earth. I have heard so many of more recent years including priests, theologians and even Pope Francis say Jesus slowly grew into awareness and understanding. I think it is obvious, as you say, that Our Lord knew.
Yes, it is a troubling trend that I have seen as well. I actually dealt with it in my dissertation so it is something that I am intimately familiar with.
I can feel Mary's sorrow here. Great reflection. I always picture Gamaliel trying to recruit Jesus and failing. Also, Joseph ushering Him out of there, wisely knowing that they were traps waiting to set.
This is beautiful, and so much to contemplate and reflect on! However, I would like to especially thank you for stressing that even as a child Jesus knew who he is and why he came upon earth. I have heard so many of more recent years including priests, theologians and even Pope Francis say Jesus slowly grew into awareness and understanding. I think it is obvious, as you say, that Our Lord knew.
Yes, it is a troubling trend that I have seen as well. I actually dealt with it in my dissertation so it is something that I am intimately familiar with.
You did a very good job of making your message clear!
I can feel Mary's sorrow here. Great reflection. I always picture Gamaliel trying to recruit Jesus and failing. Also, Joseph ushering Him out of there, wisely knowing that they were traps waiting to set.
Yes! Our Lord must have struck them with such wonder. I wonder if seeds of conversion were planted in those moments?