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T. S. Eliot, “Journey of the Magi” [Poetry for Epiphany]
I’ve enjoyed posting poetry series themed around the Christian year recently (see “Poetry for Lent,” “Poetry for Easter,“ and "Poetry for Ordinary Time"). As a follow-up to the "Poetry for Advent" and "Poetry for Christmas" series, I am continuing that theme with a series called “Poetry for Epiphany.” The season of Epiphany, runs from the …
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Epiphany: The Journey of the Magi
Epiphany means a manifestation. In the Christian year, Epiphany is the celebration of that revelation of Jesus as Messiah in the eyes of the nations. The moments of Jesus' life most clearly connected with Epiphany are: the arrival of the Magi to the child Jesus (Matthew 2:1-12) the baptism of Jesus (Matthew 3:13-17; Mark 1:9-11; …
What is Epiphany?: a brief summary
Edward Burne-Jones, The Adoration of the Magi; silk, wool and cotton fabric; 1904. Today, January 6, we celebrate Epiphany, which is also known as Three Kings Day. Epiphany begins a season of the church year that runs up to Ash Wednesday, the beginning of Lent. (Some traditions celebrate Epiphany-tide through Candlemas, the feast of the the …
The Way of Herod: a reflection on the death of the holy innocents
Choosing a way is sometimes an exercise in seeing contrasts. It is not light alone that helps us to see the world around us best. It is through high contrast that vision improves. For example, it can be difficult to distinguish one thing from another thing in the dark. However, it is not light alone …
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Matthew Erickson 