Dallaluce Writings | Reflections on Encountering Him Then and Now

Reflections on Encountering Him Then and Now

Detail from The Baptism of Christ (c.1448-50) by Piero Della Francesca

The gospels, as accounts of Jesus’ life, ministry, teachings and healings, are invaluable resources to contemplate the man and his message. Doctrine that followed his death and resurrection — and the emergence of Christianity — also contributes to our understanding of how Jesus’ presence evolved and grew in souls and communities eventually spreading worldwide. To this day the theological and spiritual exploration continues as vitally as before. This web-log intends to combine contemporary ideas with the ancient story, to ponder Jesus’ evolution in a post-modern, pluralistic and scientific age and to invite a closer, more intimate relationship with his person, his spirit and his grace.

While speculation about his identity spread, Jesus asked his disciples, “Who do you say that I am?” (Mark 8: 28) He later answered the question himself — “I am the way, the truth and the life.” (John 14:6). This self description by Jesus provides the three category themes under which reflections will be posted.

The Way

Paradoxical paths to growth, freedom and unadulterated peace.

Human life carries many aspects of enslavement – duties and responsibilities, self-imposed or otherwise, poverty, distress, disappointments, rejections, loss, disabilities of ...

The Truth

Wisdom’s gifts revealed through knowledge, love, virtue and suffering.

Jesus’ appearances after his resurrection carried a clear message. Mistaken for a gardener, a stranger and a ghost, Jesus proved ...

The Life

Vitality and illumination interwoven with Creation and the Cosmos.

Jesus frequently described the kingdom of heaven as a wedding banquet. He advised on the right etiquette: - to not ...

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