angel gabriel’s message to mary at the annunciation :
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Visitation of Mary to Elizabeth. The first Salvation Mystery : The Annunciation to Mary that she is to be the Mother of the Savior - Luke 1:26-38. Angel Gabriel’s message to Mary at the Annunciation :. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
“Behold, your Kinswoman Elizabeth in her old age has also conceived a son; and this is the sixth month with her who was called barren.” Luke 1:36
Angel Gabriel’s message to Mary at the Annunciation:
8 Sep 2011 1J2 Visitation
The first Salvation Mystery: The Annunciation to Mary that she is to be the Mother of the Savior - LUKE 1:26-38
VISITATION OF MARY TO ELIZABETH
THE VISITATION
Soon afterwards Mary
arose and went with haste
into the hill country, to a
city of Judah, and she
entered into the house of
Zachariah and greeted
Elizabeth.
Luke 1:39,40
8 Sep 2011 2J2 Visitation
THE VISITATION
Nazareth
Hebron
8 Sep 2011 3J2 Visitation
THE VISITATION
When Elizabeth heard Mary’s greeting, the child leapt in her womb. Luke 1-41
Elizabeth was filled with the Holy Spirit and
exclaimed with a loud cry, “Blessed
are you among women, and
blessed is the fruit of your womb.”
8 Sep 2011 4J2 Visitation
THE VISITATION
“How did I deserve that the Mother of my Lord should come to me? “
“Behold when the voice of your greeting came to my
ears, the babe in my womb leaped for joy.” Luke 1:44
“Blessed is she who believed what was spoken to her by the Lord will come true.” Luke 1:45
Praises of Elizabeth
8 Sep 2011 5J2 Visitation
THE VISITATION Mary’s Journey from Nazareth To Hebron
1) The Annunciation of Elizabeth’s Pregnancy to Joseph
– To convey the messages of Angel Gabriel?
“Be silent. Entrust Me with the task of justifying You with Your spouse”-the Holy Spirit.
“Today I have some news. I heard that our relative Elizabeth, Zacharias' wife, is about to have a child... »
Joseph opens his eyes wide and exclaims: « At her age? »« At her age » replies Mary smiling. « The Lord can do
everything, and now He is giving this joy to our relative.»
« How do you know? Is the news certain? »« A messenger came. One who would not tell lies. I would
like to go to Elizabeth's, to help her and tell her that I am rejoicing with her. If you will allow Me... »
« Mary, You are my lady and I Your servant. Whatever You do is well done. When would You like to go? »
« As soon as possible. But I shall be away for some months.»8 Sep 2011 6J2 Visitation
THE VISITATION
2) Mary and Joseph set out for Jerusalem- Joseph, the guardian for the travel accompanied Mary.
3) From Jerusalem to Zacharias’ House at Hebron-”Invoke the Holiness of the Lord to assist you in your misery. He will come and instill His holiness into you.”
4) At Zacharias’ House
Mary’s Journey from Nazareth To Hebron-Continued
8 Sep 2011 7J2 Visitation
THE VISITATION At Zacharias’ House - The Salutation of Elizabeth
You are blessed amongst all women!Blessed is the Fruit of Your
womb!How did I deserve that the Mother of my Lord should come to me.
You are blessed, because You believed.By Your faith You will accomplish the things the Lord predicted to You and the Prophets.
You are blessed, for the Salvation You have brought to the house of Jacob!The Holiness You have brought to my son freed him from the burden of guilt.
He is called to be the Predecessor, sanctified before Redemption by the Holy One Who is growing within You!
8 Sep 2011 8J2 Visitation
THE VISITATION
MY SOUL MAGNIFIES THE LORD
8 Sep 2011 9J2 Visitation
THE MAGNIFICAT
THE VISITATION
My spirit rejoices in God my Saviour
8 Sep 2011 11J2 Visitation
THE VISITATION
He has looked with favour on the lowliness of his servant. Surely, from now on all generations will call me blessed.
8 Sep 2011 13J2 Visitation
THE VISITATION
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For the Mighty One has done great things for me, and Holy is his name.
8 Sep 2011 14J2 Visitation
THE VISITATION
His mercy is for those who fear himfrom generation to generation.
8 Sep 2011 15J2 Visitation
THE VISITATION
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He has shown strength with his arm
8 Sep 2011 16J2 Visitation
THE VISITATION
He has scattered the proud in the thoughts of their hearts.
8 Sep 2011 17J2 Visitation
THE VISITATION
. He has brought
down the
powerful from their
thrones, and
lifted up the
lowly.
8 Sep 2011 18J2 Visitation
THE VISITATION
He has filled the hungry with good things,and sent the rich away empty.
8 Sep 2011 19J2 Visitation
THE VISITATION
He has helped His servant Israel, in remembrance of his mercy, according to the promise He made to our ancestors, to Abraham and to His descendants.
8 Sep 2011 20J2 Visitation
THE VISITATION
Pregnant Elizabeth places her hand on Mary`s belly indicating that Mary is pregnant.
The Visitation is the first occasion that Mary exercises her role as Mediatrix between God and Man.
8 Sep 2011 21J2 Visitation
THE VISITATION
The Joy for the Young Mary and the Elderly Elizabeth!
Mary remained with her for about three months and then returned to her home.
8 Sep 2011 22J2 Visitation