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What was Mary's reaction to Jesus's explanation for his actions?
What was Mary's reaction to Jesus's explanation for his actions?
- She pondered his words and treasured them in her memory. (correct)
- She immediately understood his divine mission.
- She questioned his loyalty to his earthly family.
- She expressed anger and disappointment.
According to Pope Benedict XVI, what does the phrase "I must be in my Father's house" indicate about Jesus?
According to Pope Benedict XVI, what does the phrase "I must be in my Father's house" indicate about Jesus?
- His preference for religious study over family duties.
- His commitment to fulfilling God's purpose. (correct)
- His defiance of earthly parental authority.
- His desire to escape the pressures of family life.
How does the Catechism of the Catholic Church suggest approaching the 'hidden years' of Jesus's life?
How does the Catechism of the Catholic Church suggest approaching the 'hidden years' of Jesus's life?
- By focusing exclusively on what scripture explicitly reveals.
- By reflecting prayerfully on his growth and development to connect with him daily. (correct)
- By seeking miraculous interpretations of his childhood.
- By dismissing their significance due to limited scriptural details.
What characterized Jesus's life after returning to Nazareth?
What characterized Jesus's life after returning to Nazareth?
How are Jesus's words "I must be in my Father's house" described?
How are Jesus's words "I must be in my Father's house" described?
Flashcards
Jesus's Statement
Jesus's Statement
'I must be in my Father's house' reflects Jesus's purpose.
Mary's Reaction
Mary's Reaction
Mary kept Jesus's words in her heart as a response to understanding Him.
Jesus's Quiet Years
Jesus's Quiet Years
Time of Jesus's growth and favor before his public ministry began.
Pope Benedict XVI's Insight
Pope Benedict XVI's Insight
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Catechism on Hidden Years
Catechism on Hidden Years
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Study Notes
The Life of Christ
- Jesus' reply to Mary's question about his presence in the Father's house emphasizes his obedience to God.
- Mary, in her heart, kept detailed accounts of Jesus' actions.
- Pope Benedict XVI highlights the word "must" as crucial in understanding Jesus' readiness to submit to God's will.
- Jesus' words surpass human understanding, exceeding rational powers.
- Mary's heart held Jesus' words, allowing them to mature over time.
- The years following Jesus' birth were peaceful, marked by his increase in wisdom, stature, and favor with God and man.
- The Catechism explains the importance of imagining Jesus' hidden life through prayer and daily events.
- Key Scriptures related to this period include Matthew 2:1-23, Luke 2:1-52, Philippians 2:5-8, Micah 5:2, and Jeremiah 31:15.
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