The Restoration of the Temple
When we hear in today’s first reading that Judas Maccabeus restored the temple worship, the joy of the people is almost palpable. It was as if a loud, persistent... Read more.
The Moral Aspect of the Apocalypse
The biblical texts used at Mass towards the end of the liturgical year are certainly dramatic—with stars falling from heaven and the like—and, it must be said,... Read more.
The Beginning of Wisdom
The book of Wisdom, which we begin reading today, is based on the insight that wisdom is different from knowledge. Anyone with brains can know something, but not... Read more.
Saints and Striving
It would be unseemly for me to speak about Protestantism in any serious way, but I believe I can say one thing with some assurance; for I think I know why Martin... Read more.
The Body and Judgement
“The Spirit of God who raised Jesus from the dead, . . . will give life to your mortal bodies.” This is what we confess in the creed: “I believe in the resurrection... Read more.
Christ’s Universal Grace
Saint Paul’s letter to the Romans is based on a parallel between the figures of Adam and Jesus Christ. In the Bible, Adam is a symbol of the unity of the human... Read more.
Listing to Heaven
For from within, out of the heart of man, come evil intentions: fornication, theft, murder, adultery, avarice, wickedness, deceit, licentiousness, envy, slander,... Read more.
Recapturing Reverence for the Eucharist
The most vital characteristic of our Catholic faith is not its external organization that has of late, thanks to Pope Francis, attracted the attention of the media.... Read more.
Sometimes, Alas, Arguing is Futile
Jesus provides us with a motive for acting, viz., the love of God, which in practical terms produces a love of our neighbours. That’s why he fed the people with... Read more.
The Bible, as History and Theology
There was a theologian a few years ago who made quite a splash in the media by criticizing the Bible. A lot of people do the same, but we don’t expect a Christian... Read more.