Letters From Home The Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary - Dr. Shane Owens
Aug 15, 2025
Discover the profound theological significance of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary and its rich history. Explore how Mary parallels the Ark of the Covenant, becoming a beacon of hope for believers. Dive into Dorothy Day's touching narrative, illustrating how the ordinary, like a coffee cup, transforms into the sacred through faith. This insightful discussion encourages a deeper connection to spirituality and the Eucharist, urging listeners to maintain purity in their hearts.
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Ancient Feast Elevated In 1950
- The Assumption has ancient liturgical roots despite its dogmatic definition in 1950 by Pius XII.
- Medieval Christians ranked it among the Church's central feasts alongside Christmas and the Triduum.
Burning Bush As A Marian Image
- The burning bush image links Mary to a sacred vessel that bears God without being consumed.
- That image supports belief that her flesh did not undergo corruption after death.
Visitation Portrays Mary As New Ark
- Luke's Visitation—and the Magnificat—portray Mary as the new Ark of the Covenant.
- Parallels with David (bringing the Ark) and Elizabeth (declaring unworthiness) strengthen this identification.
