Letters From Home The Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe - Dr. Shane Owens
Dec 12, 2025
Dive into the rich symbolism of the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe as Dr. Shane Owens connects biblical prophecies to the Annunciation. Explore the joyful themes of the infancy narratives and discover Mary as the new Ark of the Covenant. Learn how she represents the 'daughter Zion,' carrying the Lord’s presence within her. Owens invites reflection on invoking Mary’s intercession in our lives today. This episode beautifully weaves theology with a heartfelt celebration of Mary’s pivotal role in salvation history.
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Greeting As A Call To Rejoice
- Gabriel's greeting 'chire' better translates as 'rejoice' rather than the usual 'hail'.
- Shane Owens links this joy-language to Advent's 'Gaudete' theme and the infancy narratives.
Mary As Representative Daughter Zion
- Mary functions as the representative 'daughter Zion' who rejoices because God will dwell with her.
- Owens emphasizes the Hebrew word kereb meaning 'in your midst' as literally the bowels, showing God's intimate indwelling.
Woman In Revelation As New Ark
- Revelation's woman and the Ark of the Covenant are deeply connected and should be read together.
- Owens argues Mary is the new Ark because she carries God's presence in her womb like the ark held the shekinah.