by Fr. Patrick Henry Reardon The story told in the Book of Esther is set during the Persian period, the interval of two centuries between the fall of Babylon to Cyrus in 539 B.C. and Alexander's defeat of Darius III in several battles, notably at Issus in 333 and Gaugamela in 331. During this … [Read more...]
Isaiah, Mark & More On ‘Ransom’ In Biblical Theology
by Fr. Patrick Henry Reardon Let us consider what it means that Jesus life was made a ransom "for many." With respect to this latter expression, its meaning in Mark 10:45 must take into account the very similar words pronounced by Jesus at the consecration of the Eucharistic cup during his final … [Read more...]
The Bible On Ransom Vs. Redemption
by Fr. Patrick Henry Reardon The Evangelist Mark traces to the lips of Jesus the first Christian reference to a particular and foundational theme, drawn from the Book of Isaiah: the Suffering Servant. When Jesus declared, "the Son of Man did not come to be served, but to serve, and to give his … [Read more...]
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