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...]
Cross & Death, Cup & Baptism, Servant & Slave
by Fr. Patrick Henry Reardon In the Gospel of St. Mark there is a record of Jesus' three prophecies of the coming drama of Redemption. These are evenly placed in chapter 8-10 of Mark and provide structure for his development of the theme of the Cross. They begin abruptly, immediately after … [Read more...]
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