Sacred Scriptures

In a world marked by haste, distraction, and a constant search for answers, the words of Jesus Christ resonate with surprising relevance. Among the many teachings He left us, the parable of the fig tree stands out as a deeply spiritual message, full of hope but also warning. This parable, narrated in …

The Stations of the Cross is one of the most moving and profound devotions in the Catholic Church. Throughout its fourteen stations, the faithful spiritually walk with Christ on His way to Calvary, meditating on His Passion and Death. However, what many do not realize is that several of these …

Throughout the Gospels, Jesus is revealed as the Son of God, full of power, wisdom, and love. However, there are moments when we also see His deep humanity, and one of the most moving is when He wept. In this article, we will explore in depth the episodes where Jesus …

At the heart of the Gospel, we find moments that, though they occurred over two thousand years ago, resonate with a power and relevance that speak to us today. One such moment is the anointing of Jesus in Bethany, an act filled with symbolism, love, and prophecy that invites us …

Holy Tuesday is a day of intense reflection during Holy Week, a time when the Church invites us to delve deeper into the final days of Jesus’ public life. This day is marked by a series of controversies and teachings in the Temple of Jerusalem, where Jesus confronts the religious …

Holy Monday is a day of deep reflection during Holy Week, a time when the Church invites us to contemplate one of the most striking episodes in Jesus’ public life: the cleansing of the temple. This event, recounted in the Gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke, not only reveals Christ’s …

Holy Thursday is a day of profound spirituality and reflection for Christians, as it commemorates the most intimate and crucial moments of Jesus’ life before His Passion. Among these moments, Jesus’ prayer in the Garden of Gethsemane holds a central place. This episode not only reveals Christ’s humanity but also …

Holy Thursday is a day of deep reflection for Christians, as it commemorates Jesus’ Last Supper with His disciples, the washing of the feet, and the moment when Christ instituted the Eucharist. However, one of the most moving and transformative aspects of this day is the new commandment that Jesus …

Holy Thursday is a day filled with profound meanings for the Catholic faith. Among the most moving moments of this day is the betrayal of Judas Iscariot, one of the twelve apostles chosen by Jesus. This act, which marks the beginning of Christ’s Passion, invites us to reflect on the …

At the heart of the Christian faith, and especially in the Catholic tradition, lies an event that transcends time and space: The Last Supper. This sacred moment, narrated in the Gospels, is not merely a historical episode but a deeply theological mystery that continues to resonate in the lives of believers …

In the vast and mysterious landscape of the Christian faith, few concepts are as fascinating and profound as theophanies. This term, derived from the Greek theos (God) and phainein (to manifest), refers to the occasions when God, in His infinite majesty, chooses to reveal Himself in a tangible and perceptible way to humanity. Throughout Sacred …

In an increasingly fast-paced world, where information flows at unprecedented speeds and distractions seem to multiply, the Catholic Church offers us an invaluable treasure: the Lectionary. This sacred book, which many see passed around each Sunday in the hands of the priest, is much more than a simple compilation of …

The doctrine of Sola Scriptura, one of the fundamental pillars of the Protestant Reformation, holds that the Bible is the only infallible rule of faith and practice for Christians. At first glance, this may seem logical—after all, Sacred Scripture is the inspired Word of God. But is it truly biblical …

Imagine a king who goes on a journey and entrusts his servants with his wealth. To one, he gives five talents, to another two, and to another just one. Upon his return, he finds that two of them have multiplied their talents, while the third, out of fear, buried his …

At the heart of the Bible, the book of Genesis presents us with two seemingly distinct accounts of the creation of the world. To many, this may appear to be a contradiction, a sort of “error” in the sacred text. However, far from being a problem, this duality holds a …

Palm Sunday marks Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem, where He was welcomed with palms and cheers. Yet, within days, the same crowd that had acclaimed Him turned against Him, shouting, “Crucify Him!” This contradiction speaks directly to us: How do we receive Jesus in our lives today? Are we faithful …

Since the dawn of humanity, people have looked up at the starry sky, felt the breeze on their faces, and listened to the murmur of rivers, wondering about the origin of everything that exists. The Bible offers a luminous and transcendent answer: the world is the work of God, created …

In the vast and profound world of Sacred Scripture, every word, every image, every symbol is laden with meaning that transcends the merely literal. Among these symbols, plants hold a special place, not only for their beauty and utility but because, through them, God speaks to us of His power, …

In a world where faith and reason often seem to be in constant tension, one of the most recurring questions, especially in the realm of theology and traditional Catholic religion, is whether the Bible contains historical errors. This question not only sparks intellectual curiosity but also touches sensitive chords in …

In the vast landscape of the Bible, there are characters who, although they appear briefly, leave a profound and enigmatic mark. One of these is Melchizedek, a mysterious figure who emerges in the book of Genesis and reappears in the Psalms and in the New Testament’s letter to the Hebrews. …

Suffering is one of the most perplexing realities of human life. Why does a faithful person, who lives righteously, experience pain, loss, and tribulation? Is suffering a divine punishment, or is there a greater purpose behind it? These questions have accompanied humanity since ancient times and find one of the …

In the Gospel of Matthew (6:2), Jesus warns us with a phrase that, though brief, contains immense theological and spiritual depth: “Truly I tell you, they have received their reward in full.” These words, spoken during the Sermon on the Mount, invite us to reflect on the intention behind our actions, especially …

Introduction: How Often Should We Forgive? One day, Peter approached Jesus with a question we have all asked at some point in our lives: “Lord, if my brother sins against me, how many times must I forgive him? Up to seven times?” Jesus, with His infinite wisdom, answered: “I do …

The afterlife has always been a central theme in the Christian faith and throughout human history. From the times of the Old Testament, Sacred Scripture speaks of a place where souls go after death, called Sheol in Hebrew and Hades in Greek. But what exactly does this concept mean? How …

When we open a Protestant Bible and compare it with a Catholic Bible, we find a fundamental difference: books are missing. This is not just an insignificant detail but a crucial omission that impacts the understanding of the Christian faith. But what does this mean? Why were these books removed? …

In the darkest moment of human history, as the Son of God hung on the Cross, agonizing for the sins of the world, a glimmer of hope shone amidst the desolation. This glimmer did not come from the disciples, nor from the religious leaders, nor even from the angels of …

In a world where noise and haste seem to drown out the voice of faith, the parable of the persistent widow resonates with special force. Told by Jesus in the Gospel of Luke (18:1-8), this story reveals the key to an unshakable life of prayer, absolute trust in God, and …

The phrase “no prophet is accepted in his hometown” is one of the most well-known in Sacred Scripture, yet it remains profoundly relevant today. Jesus Himself uttered these words when He returned to Nazareth, His hometown, and was rejected by those who had known Him since childhood: “Truly I tell …

The Presentation of Jesus in the Temple is one of the most profound moments in the Gospel, filled with symbolism, prophetic fulfillment, and spiritual teaching. It is celebrated on February 2nd in the Catholic Church as the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord, also known as the Feast of …

In a world obsessed with the big, the fast, and the spectacular, the parable of the mustard seed invites us to pause and contemplate the beauty of the small, the humble, and the seemingly insignificant. This teaching of Jesus, found in the Gospels (Matthew 13:31-32, Mark 4:30-32, and Luke 13:18-19), …