The Canaanite and a house of prayer for all nations: Isa 56, Rom 11, and Matt 15
The faith of the Canaanite reveals the house of prayer for all nations. Isaiah 56, Romans 11, and Matthew 15 converge in a surprising Marian vision. D…
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The woman dressed in the sun: Rev 12, 1 Cor 15, and Lk 1, Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Rev. 12, 1 Cor 15, and Lk 1 shed light on the mystery of the woman clothed in the sun in the Assumption of Our Lady. Deepen this Mariological and scri…
It is easier to have a camel: St. Clare of Assisi, evangelical poverty, and Mary, Mother of the Poor
Saint Clare of Assisi embraced evangelical poverty like Mary, Mother of the Poor. Explore the Marian spirituality of radical poverty in the Locus Mari…
The mountain of God for all peoples: Isa 2 and Mt 15, dedication of St. Mary Major
The mountain of God in Isaiah 2 and Matthew 15 reveals Mary as the house of all peoples. Deepen this Marian meditation on the Dedication of Saint Mary…
Come and eat without money: Isa 55, Rom 8, and the feeding of the multitudes in Mt 14
Isaiah, Romans, and Matthew converge on divine gratuity. The multiplication of the loaves reveals that nothing separates us from Christ's charity. Dee…
“The kingdom of heaven is like a net cast into the sea, which gathers all kinds of fish; so it is with the gospel.” – Matthew 13:47“Mary is the star of the sea.”
Explore the parable of the net in Matthew 13 and its connection to Mary, Star of the Sea. A Mariological reading of evangelical eschatology. Deepen th…
I am the resurrection and the life: Martha, Mary, and Lazarus and the faith that raises to life.
Martha, Mary, and Lazarus reveal the faith that raises the dead. Christ proclaims Himself to be the resurrection and the life. Let us deepen this Mari…
Gather first the weeds: the wheat and tares, and Mary in the Lord’s patience.
The wheat and the tares reveal divine patience in the history of salvation. Mary intercedes in this time of mercy. Let us deepen this Marian meditatio…
“The kingdom of heaven is like a mustard seed; for all who hear and accept it grow as a great tree.” (Luke 13:19)“Mary is the seed of salvation.”
Mary as a mustard seed: the humble seed of salvation that grows into the Kingdom. Explore the evangelical parable in a deep Marian reading.
What has been given to you: the mystery of the kingdom and Mary who kept it in her heart
Mary kept in her heart the mysteries of the kingdom that the disciples were to understand. Explore the connection between Quia vobis datum est and Mar…
Behold my chosen child: the servant chosen and Mary, the handmaid of the Lord
Behold my Son, the chosen one, reveals the unity between the chosen Servant of Isaiah and Mary, the Handmaid of the Lord. Deepen this Mariological rea…
For the Lord is the Sabbath: the Lord of the Holy Saturday, and Mary who kept the Sacred Sabbath.
Mary kept Holy Saturday while the Lord of the Sabbath rested in the tomb. Delve into this Marian meditation on faith, silence, and Paschal hope.
Come to me: “Vinde to me” and Our Lady of Carmel
Our Lady of Carmel accepts Christ's invitation: Come to me. Explore the connection between the Marian Fiat and the rest promised to those who bear the…
Woe unto thee, Corozain: The lament over the cities and Mary, source of our joy.
Mariological reflection on Christ's lament in Corozain and the title Mary, Cause of Our Joy. Deepen this contemplation in the Locus Mariologicus.
The word that does not return empty: Is 55, Rom 8, and the parable of the sower
God's word does not return void: Isa 55, Rom 8, and the parable of the sower illuminate divine fertility. Deepen this Mariological meditation.
Our Lady of Chiquinquirá, patroness of Colombia
Learn the history of Our Lady of Chiquinquirá, patroness of Colombia, and the miracle of the image restored that proclaims the living action of God i…
In the region of Gerasenes: the exorcism, the pigs, and Mary conquering evil
Mary Conquering Evil in the Exorcism of Gadara: Marian Theology and Power over Demons. Deepen this Mariological Meditation.
Modest Faith: Mary, the Storm, and the Faith that Does Not Sink
Mary and the storm reveal the small faith that Christ corrects. Explore the connection between "modica fidei" (small faith) and Marian intercession in…
You are Peter: Mary, Peter, and the Church, that the gates of hell shall not conquer.
Mary, Peter, and the Church built on the rock: a Mariological reflection on Mt 16:18 and Christ's promise. Deepen this contemplative contemplation.
Elizabeth gave birth to a son: John the Baptist, Mary, and the joy of the forerunner
The Birth of John the Baptist, Mary's Presence, and the Precursor's Joy: Explore the Theological Wealth of Luke 1 in Catholic Mariology.
What you wish to be done: the golden rule, the narrow gate, and Mary
Golden Rule, narrow gate, and Mary: A Mariological reading of Mt 7:12-14. Delve into this meditation on the law, prophets, and way.
New wine in new bottles: Mary, the new wine, and the new wineskins
Mary is the new jar that holds the new wine of grace. Explore the Mariological typology of this evangelical parable and delve into its contemplative s…
Call the Levites: Matthew, Mary, and the mercy that calls
Matthew, the tax collector called by divine mercy, reveals in Mary the face of grace that welcomes sinners. Deepen this Mariological reading of "Voca …
She built her house on rock: Mary and the foundation of faith
Mary built her faith on the firm rock of God's Word. Explore the mariological foundation that undergirds all Christian spirituality.
You shall know them by their fruits: Mary and the Fruits of the Spirit
Mary and the Fruits of the Holy Spirit: How the Evangelical Criterion of Fruits Illuminates Marian Holiness. Deepen this Mariological reflection.
Accumulate for yourselves treasures in heaven: Mary and the treasures of the heart
Mary keeps in her heart the heavenly treasures that Jesus proclaims in Mt 6:19-21. Deepen this Marian reflection on the heart as eternal treasure.
The Virgin Mary in the Epiphany of the Lord
The Virgin Mary in the Epiphany of the Lord: how the Mother of God illuminates the mystery of Christ's manifestation to the nations. Deepen this mario…
Panem from heaven presented to you: Mary and the mystery of the bread from heaven
Mary and the Mystery of Heaven's Bread: A Mariological Reflection on Corpus Christi and Our Lady's Role in the Eucharistic Economy. Deepen this medita…
He who sees a woman with lust: Mary and the purity of gaze
Mary and the purity of gaze illuminate Mt 5,28: the chastity of the heart in light of Mariology. Deepen this contemplative reflection.
The Virgin Mary, mother of the Savior
The Virgin Mary, mother of the Savior, in the mystery of Christmas in light of Isaiah 9:5. Mariology theology of the Incarnation. Deepen this contempl…
Blest are those who have believed: The Visitation and the encounter of hopes
Blessed are those who believe: The Visitation joins Mary and Elizabeth in a living and hopeful faith. Contemplate this Marian mystery in the Locus Mar…
The Magnificat of the New Creation: Sf 3,14-18 and Lk 1,46-55, The Visitation of Our Lady
Explore the Theology of the Visitation and Mary's song in the Marian tradition.
Through her poverty she gave everything: Mary and the total gift of herself
Mary and the total gift of herself contemplated in light of the widow in the Gospel. A Mariological reflection on the perfect surrender to God. Deepen…
The Lord said to me: “Mary, daughter of David and mother of the Lord”
Mary, daughter of David and mother of the Lord: an exegesis of Psalm 110 in biblical and patristic tradition. Deepen this Marian reflection.
Love the Lord with all your heart: Mary and total love for God
Mary fully realized the total love for God with heart, soul, and mind. Discover how the supreme commandment finds its perfection in Mary.
Return to God what is God’s: Mary and total consecration to God
Mary consecrated herself entirely to God by fulfilling "Render to God what is God's." Delve into this Mariological reflection on the full donation to …
He sent his beloved Son to them: Mary and the Son sent by the Father
The parable of the wicked vinegrowers illuminates the mystery of the Son sent by the Father and Mary's place in this divine mission. Deepen this Mario…
So that the world may know: Mary and the love that the world can recognize
Mary reveals the Trinitarian love that the world can recognize. So that the world may know: the salvific mission reflected in the Marian mystery. Deep…
Sanctify them in truth: Mary and consecration in truth
The priestly prayer of Jesus illuminates the Marian consecration in truth. Mary, sanctified by the Word, leads to full truth. Deepen this Marian refle…
The Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary
The Visitation of Mary to Elizabeth reveals the mystery of divine presence and the joy of salvation. Deepen this sacred encounter in light of Marian t…
The dresses of salvation: Isa 61 and Lk 1; Our Lady of Fatima
Meditation on the garments of salvation in Isaiah 61 and Luke 1, and their fulfillment in Our Lady of Fatima. Let us deepen this Mariological contempl…
The Virgin Mary in the Announcement of the Lord
The Virgin Mary in the Announcement of the Lord and the mystery of the *fiat* that changed history. Deepened Marian meditation. Discover this foundati…
It expedient you that I go, so that Mary and the departure that fertilizes
Christ's departure fertilizes the presence of the Spirit. Discover how Mary dwells within this mystery and what role she plays in the salvific economy…
DACL – Christian Archaeology and Liturgy Dictionary (Cabrol-Leclercq, 1907-1953): angelological, demonological, and exorcism entries
The DACL (Cabrol-Leclercq, 30 vols., 1907-1953): exhaustive entries on Angels, Archangels, Michael, Gabriel, Raphael, Exorcism, Demon, Cherubim, Serap…
Guardian angels – devotion and Catholic Magisterium
Catholic doctrine on Guardian Angels: biblical foundation (Mt 18:10; Ps 91), patristic tradition, magisterium (Paul V, Pius XII, John Paul II, Benedic…
Chapter VII, Nos. 49-50 of Lumen Gentium: “The angels in the pilgrim and celestial Church”
**Latin:**Caput VII. De Angelis, qui sunt membra Ecclesiae caelestis in communione cum Ecclesia peregrinante et purificante.**Portuguese:**Capí…
Roman Catechism (1566) – the doctrine on angels and demons
The doctrine of the Roman Catechism of St. Pius V (1566) on angels and demons: creation, spiritual nature, nine angelic choirs, guardian angels, the f…
On Exorcisms and Certain Supplications (1999): The New Roman Rite for Exorcism
The Roman Rite of Exorcism *Exorcismis et supplicationibus quibusdam* (Cong. Culto Divino, 1998-1999), which replaced Chapter XII of the Rituale Roman…
Catholic Catechism – Angels and Demons (Nos. 328-336 and 391-395)
**Sections of the Catechism of the Catholic Church on Angelology (Nos. 328-336) and Demonology (Nos. 391-395):**Existence, nature, and mission of an…
Fourth Lateran Council (1215) – We firmly believe: dogmatic definition on angels and demons
"We firmly believe," from the Fourth Lateran Council (1215), with the fundamental dogmatic definition regarding angels and demons: "created good by Go…