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Let’s look at the themes we find in the Mass readings for the Epiphany of the Lord.
1st Reading – Isaiah 60:1-6
Jerusalem will rise up and be filled with light as the glory of the Lord shines upon her.
The nations shall come to the holy city, bringing wealth and riches to praise God.
Psalm – 72:1-2,7-8,10-13
“Lord, every nation on earth will adore you.”
God will endow the king with justice, and the nations of the earth shall serve him.
2nd Reading – Ephesians 3:2-3a,5-6
The mystery of God’s revelation has been revealed through the apostles and those filled with the Holy Spirit.
The Gentiles are coheirs, members of the same body, in the promise of faith in Jesus Christ.
Gospel – Matthew 2:1-12
The Magi, guided by a star, arrive in Jerusalem and inquire about the newborn king of the Jews.
They are told to seek him in Bethlehem, and Herod requests that they inform him when he is found.
The Magi find Jesus, offering him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh, but are warned in a dream not to return to Herod.
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My first telescope that I purchased as a boy which revealed to me the rings of Saturn. Guided by the light of the star, the Magi followed the marvels of the natural world to the supernatural glory of God revealed in the Christ child.
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Here are some of the themes that we discover in the Mass readings for the Epiphany of the Lord.
1st Reading – Isaiah 60:1-6
The Lord shines over Jerusalem, as people draw near the glory of God.
Praising God, people bring gifts and treasures into the city.
Psalm – 72:1-2,7-8,10-13
“Lord, every nation on earth will adore you.”
God bestows blessings on the king and the people who cry out for help.
2nd Reading – Ephesians 3:2-3a,5-6
God has revealed the mystery of salvation to the present age.
Through the Holy Spirit, the apostles and prophets proclaim that the Gentiles are coheirs in Jesus Christ.
Gospel – Matthew 2:1-12
The magi arrive in Jerusalem from the east, seeking the newborn king of the Jews.
Herod learns that the child will be born in Bethlehem and tells the magi to return and tell him the location.
The magi follow the star, which brings them to the infant Jesus, and they offer their kingly gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh.
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As the Magi encounter the Christ child in Bethlehem, their example inspires us to continue our daily journey to Jesus, guided by the Lord’s light through this life to our Heavenly home.
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Let’s explore some of the themes in the readings for the Epiphany of the Lord.
1st Reading – Isaiah 60:1-6
Jerusalem rises up in the shining light of the Lord’s glory.
By this light people will come together, praising the Lord.
Psalm – 72:1-2,7-8,10-13
“Lord, every nation on earth will adore you.”
God endows the king with justice and right judgment to care for the people.
2nd Reading – Ephesians 3:2-3a,5-6
The Holy Spirit has revealed to the apostles and prophets that the Gentiles are coheirs of God’s grace.
As members of the same body, they are copartners in the promise of Christ.
Gospel – Matthew 2:1-12
The Magi, guided by a star, come to Jerusalem seeking the king of the Jews.
They go to Bethlehem, where they encounter Jesus and present him with gold, frankincense, and myrrh.
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The feast of Epiphany offers us an insight into understanding the pilgrimage of our lives. Guided by the light of Christ we travel on our pilgrim path through this world to our destination in Heaven, learning life’s lessons along the way.
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Here are some key themes for the readings of the Epiphany of the Lord.
1st Reading – Isaiah 60:1-6
Amid the darkness of the world, the light shines upon the people. God is the source of this light, and by it we see the Lord’s glory. Psalm – 72:1-2,7-8,10-13
“Lord, every nation on earth will adore you.” God is the source of justice, and the Lord will rescue the poor and have pity on the lowly. 2nd Reading – Ephesians 3:2-3a,5-6
Jesus Christ is God’s revelation to the world. This revelation is now universal – for both Jews and Gentiles alike. Gospel – Matthew 2:1-12
The Magi travel to Jerusalem and ask, “Where is the newborn king?” King Herod calls the Magi secretly and sends them to Bethlehem to find him. The Magi follow the star and greet the infant Jesus with joy. Mass Readings – The Epiphany of the Lord
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The Magi followed the light of the star to encounter the Light of the World as they responded with gifts of gold, frankincense and myrrh. As we are drawn to the Light of Christ and encounter His grace, may we shine with His light for all to see!
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The intensity of the quest of the Magi and the treasures they offered the Christ child can teach us about the conviction and quality we bring to the Lord each and every day.
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Study: Reflect on a time when you clearly experienced God’s presence in your life. How were you guided?
Pray: Is there a challenging task confronting you today? Ask the Lord for the Light to find your way.
Serve: How can you be a Light for others? How can your life help others to see clearly?
Mass Readings- The Epiphany of the Lord
The Magi were guided by a star to Jerusalem. They were led by its light, and along the way inquired among the people where they might find the king and were thus directed to Bethlehem. I am struck by the two complementary components that were necessary for their journey: Light & Sight.
Light: the star that blazed in the sky for all to seeSight: the effort of the Magi to use the Light to find their way.Without light, sight is impossible. Without sight, the light is wasted. Many people saw the light of the star, but the Magi acted on it – seeking through a long journey to find the King of Kings.
God’s light continues to shine in our world today. Do we open our eyes and see with the gift of faith the wonders that the Lord sets before us? Make no mistake: we believe that Christ is present in the Eucharist, the Scriptures, and our fellowship “where two or three are gathered” in his name.
We are invited to follow the example of the Magi and seek the Lord in our lives – using our senses and resources to respond to the blessings we have have received. May we use our Sight to follow the Light!
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Note: This post was first published on December 29, 2015.
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