Epiphany
Matthew 2:1-12
In Bethlehem, not Jerusalem
The Magi come looking for "the newborn King of the Jews" in Jerusalem. That's understandable, since Jerusalem is the capital city and center of Judaism.
Bethlehem, on the other hand, is "least among the rulers of Judah" on any human standard. It only becomes significant because God has intended for the ruler and shepherd of Israel to be born there.
How often do we overlook the simple and ordinary events and people in our lives? Do we consider as prerequisites certain grandiocity by human standards in terms of background, connections, education, social status before we can do good?
Jesus, after all, is born in Bethlehem, not Jerusalem.
"The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us, and we saw his glory, the glory as of the Father's only Son, full of grace and truth." (John 1:14)
This blog intends to provide readers an opportunity to be nourished by the Word of God. It invites readers to read, reflect and pray the Gospel passage that they will hear during the upcoming Sunday's Liturgy. With the commentaries provided, readers have the possibility of studying and meditating on the Word. Finally, readers are invited to share their reflections, thus creating an on-line lectio divina/faith sharing group, and so sustaining each other in the faith and the love for God's Word.
About Me
- Fr. Dominic Danh Tran, SDB
- I am a Salesian of Don Bosco
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