Lent has begun, marking a period that evokes the forty days of biblical tradition. This number has a symbolic value, since it alludes to an extended duration, capable of testing human endurance by its prolongation. In this time of apparent heaviness, a crossroads...
The Gospel is full of images that hold deep meaning, and in this passage two particularly revealing ones appear: the eye and the tree. In the Hebrew tradition, the word עין (Ê¿ayin) means not only “eye,” but also “source” or...
Commentary on the Gospel for the Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Cycle C This Sunday’s Gospel presents us with the passage of the Beatitudes. But who are the blessed? Are they exceptionally holy people? Those who have performed miracles? Jesus’ teaching...
Every February 2, the Church celebrates the Day of Consecrated Life, a day dedicated to recognizing and giving thanks for the witness of those who have given their lives to God through the vows of poverty, chastity and obedience. This date coincides with the Feast of...
The Augustinian Recollect Luciano Audisio reflects in this article on the vision of women in the Bible, specifically in the book of the Song of Songs We are living a crucial historical moment for humanity, we are, I do not know if you could say so, before a change of...
