The Rosary in a Year (with Fr. Mark-Mary Ames) Day 43: The Veil is Torn
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Feb 12, 2025 Is Jesus' cry on the cross a moment of despair or a beacon of hope? Delve into the profound meaning behind His suffering and the ridicule He faced alongside criminals. Explore themes of forgiveness and the promise of salvation, highlighting insights from Pope Benedict XVI. The meditation invites listeners to connect their own suffering with Jesus’ sacrifice, revealing the hopeful significance of the crucifixion and the message of resurrection that follows.
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A Cry of Anguish and Hope
- Jesus's cry on the cross, "My God, My God, why have you forsaken me?", is from Psalm 22.
- This expresses the suffering of those feeling abandoned by God, but also holds the certainty of salvation.
The Torn Veil
- The tearing of the temple veil symbolizes the end of old rituals and the opening of a direct path to God.
- This reveals Jesus, crucified, as the one who loves us to the point of death.