Jesus’ death on a ‘tree’ holds multiple symbols
Hey, wait a minute. Don’t you mean, "by hanging him on a cross"?
In the past, we find hope for the present
Success at past performance builds confidence for future efforts.
Circumcision represents entry into God’s covenant with Abraham
These young Israelites enter into the covenant, just as they are entering into this new land.
‘Milk and honey’ promises more than you think
Those newly baptized at the Easter Vigil were often given a mixture of milk and honey to drink.
Landless, childless Abram finds answers in the night
Cloaked in the darkness, all kinds of weird beings can lurk about.
Prodigal’s return represents turning back to God
The story of the fall depicts our first parents as being driven out of paradise because of their sin.
What we say reveals who we are, claims Sirach
That is the kind of wisdom found in a few of the books of the Bible.
David’s mercy foreshadows his qualities as king
All these qualities testify that he will make the excellent king that he will become in replacing Saul.
Dramatic contrasts illustrate choices before us
Those words are like the waters of a river that brings life to a tree planted on its banks.
Fire symbolizes purification in both Old and New Testament
The Holy Spirit burns away impurities in order to prepare us to serve God.