Catholic Bible Study Lectio Mark: The Parable of the Sower
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Mar 28, 2024 Explore the profound meanings behind Jesus' parable of the sower, emphasizing the importance of listening, understanding, and accepting the word of God. Discover the parallels between Isaiah's purification, the concept of purgatory, and Jesus' teachings through parables. Delve into the significance of nurturing faith amidst worldly distractions in interpreting the disciples' receptiveness to God's word.
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Jesus As The Mighty Voice
- Mark intentionally describes Jesus as sitting "on the sea" to echo Psalm 29 and show Jesus as Yahweh's mighty voice.
- This links Jesus' teaching authority to the divine voice that shakes creation.
Listening Echoes The Shema
- Jesus frames his parables with a summons to listen, echoing Israel's Shema command.
- Hearing his words requires background in Israel's Scriptures to perceive their deeper meaning.
Parables Redeploy Scriptural Images
- Parables reuse scriptural agricultural imagery rather than merely addressing rural listeners.
- Jesus repurposes Israel's scriptural metaphors to reveal deeper covenant meanings.