Letters From Home Monday of the First Week in Ordinary Time - Dr. Scott Hahn
Jan 12, 2026
Dr. Scott Hahn delves into Hannah's poignant prayer and her role as a precursor to Mary, highlighting her barrenness and the divine blessing of Samuel. He connects Psalm 116's themes of thanksgiving to the Eucharist, emphasizing its significance in Jesus' teachings. The discussion shifts to Mark 1, where Hahn reflects on Jesus calling disciples like Andrew and Simon, urging the faithful to embrace their role as 'fishers of men.' Ultimately, he encourages listeners to deepen their discipleship and trust in God's plans through prayer.
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Hannah's Prayer And Samuel's Birth
- Hannah, a barren wife, prays and fasts at Shiloh begging God for a child.
- Her prayer is answered with Samuel, who becomes judge, prophet, and anointer of kings.
Hannah As A Type Of Mary
- Hannah functions as an Old Testament prototype of Mary and Elizabeth through barrenness and answered prayer.
- Her name means grace, prefiguring Mary's fullness of grace and God's abundance beyond our asking.
Todah Anticipates The Eucharist
- Psalm 116's 'sacrifice of praise' (todah) anticipates the Eucharist as the supreme thanksgiving offering.
- Translating todah into Greek gives eucharistia, linking the psalm's thanksgiving to Mass.