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Isaiah 64:1-9 On this first day of the liturgical year, we remember who we are as God’s children, in total need of God’s mercy. In Isaiah, this reality points to an underlying theme of Advent: our collective hope that God would address our separation from him, “would tear open the heavens and come down” (v….
Isaías 64: 1-9 En este primer día del año litúrgico, recordamos quiénes somos como hijos de Dios, en total necesidad de la misericordia de Dios. En Isaías, esta realidad apunta a un tema subyacente del Adviento: nuestra esperanza colectiva de que Dios dirija nuestra separación de él, “ojalá rasgaras el cielo y bajaras” (v. 1)…
Ezekiel 34:11-16, 20-24 The term “shepherd” is a common motif in the ancient Near East, and is metaphorically used for the rulers, kings, and leaders of Israel. In this reading, the shepherds have fed themselves instead of the sheep, and the leaders have ruled with tyranny and cruelty (v. 4). Thus, the sheep lack…
Ezequiel 34: 11-16, 20-24 El término “pastor” es motivo común en el antiguo Cercano Oriente, y se usa metafóricamente para indicar a los gobernantes, reyes y líderes de Israel. En esta lectura, los pastores se han alimentado a sí mismos en lugar de las ovejas, y los líderes han gobernado con tiranía y crueldad (v….
Judges 4:1-7 The Israelites are seeking to take the land of Canaan and this chapter of Judges discusses the events that took place leading up to the capture of this land. Deborah is one of the major “Judges” or “charismatic leaders” of the Israelite people; she is also the only female prophet, or prophetess, in…
Jueces 4: 1-7 Los israelitas están tratando de tomar la tierra de Canaán y este capítulo del libro de los Jueces analiza los eventos que tuvieron lugar antes de la captura de esta tierra. Débora es una de los principales “jueces” o “líderes carismáticos” del pueblo israelita; también es la única mujer profeta, o profetisa,…
En este capítulo final del libro de Josué el pueblo de Israel vuelve a la tierra santa para renovar el pacto santo. Josué condujo a las doce tribus a la tierra de Canaán como lo prometió Dios, y esta renovación del pacto es la culminación de ese período en la vida del pueblo. La gente…
Joshua 24:1-3a, 14-25 The people of Israel return to holy ground to renew the holy covenant in this, the final chapter of the Book of Joshua. Joshua has led the twelve tribes into the land of Canaan as promised by God, and this renewal of the covenant is the culmination of that period in the…
Joshua 3:7-17 As Joshua and the Israelites ready to fight against Jericho, they spiritually prepare for battle at the Jordan River. God powerfully reveals his presence with them by stopping the Jordan River and allowing the people of God to cross over on dry ground. This not only reminds them of their redemption and…
Deuteronomio 34: 1-12 Funcionalmente, este pasaje habla de la conquista geográfica que los israelitas han logrado, y el paso del poder de Moisés a Josué. Sin embargo, creo que la parte más intrigante se da solamente al final: “Nunca ha surgido un profeta en Israel como Moisés, a quien el Señor conoció cara a cara”….
Deuteronomy 34:1-12 Functionally, this passage tells of the geographical conquest that the Israelites have achieved, and the passing of power from Moses to Joshua. However, I think the most intriguing part is just at the end – “Never since has there arisen a prophet in Israel like Moses, whom the Lord knew face to…
Exodus 33:12-23 The context of this passage is the sin of the golden calf and Moses’ responding intercession on behalf of the Israelites. That act had granted a tentative reprieve, but Moses here reengages God with a frantic, bulldog-like quality that recalls Abraham’s interaction with God over Sodom (Genesis 18). Moses thus has the courage…
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