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Biblical Reading and Reflections: December 25th (Song of Songs 2 & Luke 2:1-14)

Alastair's Adversaria

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The Love of the Pair

The pattern indicates that the paradoxical sending away and calling for or forth is a prelude to the lover's union. Luke, chapter two begins with a census of the whole world by caesar augustus. This sets luke's story within the context of the wider empire of rome. It also makes clear that israel is under foreign control, under the shadow of roman rule. As the influence of israel and the lord is felt throughout the wider world that israel inhabits.

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