{"id":26491,"date":"2024-08-31T03:47:00","date_gmt":"2024-08-31T03:47:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lectiodivina.com.au\/?p=26491"},"modified":"2024-09-11T06:03:06","modified_gmt":"2024-09-11T06:03:06","slug":"lectio-reflection-twenty-third-sunday-in-ordinary-time-mark-731-37-year-b-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lectiodivina.com.au\/?p=26491","title":{"rendered":"Lectio Reflection &#8211; Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time &#8211; Mark\u00a07:31-37 (Year B 2024)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Welcome to a transformative journey as we delve into the profound practice of Lectio Divina, a spiritual meditation technique rooted in ancient traditions. In this video, we unlock the secrets of Lectio Divina and explore its profound impact on spiritual growth and mindfulness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Lectio Reflection - Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time - Mark 7:31-37 (Year B 2024)\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/pOyY8xyfCf0?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Lectio Divina &#8211; Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time &#8211; Mark 7:31-37 (Year B 2024)<br>Summery<\/strong><br><br>Gospel Reading and Miracle Description (00:00 &#8211; 00:44): The Gospel of Mark recounts Jesus healing a deaf man with a speech impediment. Jesus takes the man aside, uses physical touch, and says &#8220;Ephphatha&#8221; (&#8220;Be opened&#8221;), resulting in the man&#8217;s healing.<br><br>Mark\u2019s Emphasis on Astonishment (01:41 &#8211; 02:14): Mark highlights the crowd&#8217;s astonishment, a common feature in his Gospel. Despite Jesus&#8217; command to keep the miracle private, the news spreads, reflecting Mark&#8217;s unique narrative style.<br><br>Gentile Context (02:46 &#8211; 03:21): The miracle occurs in Gentile territory, emphasizing Jesus&#8217; ministry to non-Jews. This follows the Syrophoenician woman\u2019s story and precedes another miracle in Gentile regions, showcasing the inclusive nature of Jesus&#8217; mission.<br><br>Authority of Jesus\u2019 Words and Actions (03:21 &#8211; 04:28): Jesus\u2019 command \u201cBe opened\u201d reflects his divine authority, aligning with Old Testament prophecies about the Messianic age. Jesus&#8217; actions are seen as divine acts, reminiscent of Yahweh\u2019s role in the Old Testament.<br><br>Physicality and Symbolism (05:07 &#8211; 05:44): The tactile nature of Jesus&#8217; healing\u2014using touch and spittle\u2014highlights the physicality of the miracle. This imagery resonates with the significance of physical touch and spoken word in sacramental practices.<br><br>Personal Reflection and Prayer (09:23 &#8211; 12:37): The reflection encourages personal introspection on one\u2019s own listening and speaking. The session ends with an invitation for personal prayer and reflection, urging participants to seek divine guidance in their daily lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you found this exploration of Lectio Divina enlightening, don&#8217;t forget to give it a thumbs up, subscribe for more spiritual insights, and share it with those seeking a deeper connection.<br><br>Timestamps<br>0:00 Intro<br>0:25 First Reading<br>1:41 Bishop David Walker<br>4:47 Fr John Frauenfelder<br>5:32 Mrs Virginia Ryan<br>7:59 Self Reflection<br>8:11 Second Reading<br>9:19 Mrs Virginia Ryan<br>9:50 Bishop David Walker<br>10:25 Fr John Frauenfelder<br>11:12 Self Reflection<br>11:55 Farewell &amp; Final Prayer<br><br>Mark 7:31-37<br>Jesus Cures a Deaf Man<br>31 Then he returned from the region of Tyre and went by way of Sidon toward the Sea of Galilee, in the region of the Decapolis. 32 They brought to him a deaf man who had an impediment in his speech, and they begged him to lay his hand on him. 33 He took him aside in private, away from the crowd, and put his fingers into his ears, and he spat and touched his tongue. 34 Then looking up to heaven, he sighed and said to him, \u201cEphphatha,\u201d that is, \u201cBe opened.\u201d 35 And his ears were opened, his tongue was released, and he spoke plainly. 36 Then Jesus ordered them to tell no one, but the more he ordered them, the more zealously they proclaimed it. 37 They were astounded beyond measure, saying, \u201cHe has done everything well; he even makes the deaf to hear and the mute to speak.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"590\" src=\"https:\/\/lectiodivina.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/bible-study-book-religion-religious-text-holy-bible-27da7c71aae3e26345c9323513639560-1024x590.png\" alt=\"bible-study-book-religion-religious-text-holy-bible\" class=\"wp-image-26178\" style=\"width:400px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/lectiodivina.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/bible-study-book-religion-religious-text-holy-bible-27da7c71aae3e26345c9323513639560-1024x590.png 1024w, https:\/\/lectiodivina.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/bible-study-book-religion-religious-text-holy-bible-27da7c71aae3e26345c9323513639560-300x173.png 300w, https:\/\/lectiodivina.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/bible-study-book-religion-religious-text-holy-bible-27da7c71aae3e26345c9323513639560-768x442.png 768w, https:\/\/lectiodivina.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/bible-study-book-religion-religious-text-holy-bible-27da7c71aae3e26345c9323513639560-24x14.png 24w, https:\/\/lectiodivina.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/bible-study-book-religion-religious-text-holy-bible-27da7c71aae3e26345c9323513639560-36x21.png 36w, https:\/\/lectiodivina.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/bible-study-book-religion-religious-text-holy-bible-27da7c71aae3e26345c9323513639560-48x28.png 48w, https:\/\/lectiodivina.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/bible-study-book-religion-religious-text-holy-bible-27da7c71aae3e26345c9323513639560.png 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"padding:20px;text-align:center\" class=\"wp-block-tnp-minimal\"><p>Subscribe to our newsletter!<\/p><div><div class=\"tnp tnp-subscription-minimal  \"><form action=\"https:\/\/lectiodivina.com.au\/wp-admin\/admin-ajax.php?action=tnp&amp;na=s\" method=\"post\" style=\"text-align: center\"><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"nr\" value=\"minimal\">\n<input type=\"hidden\" name=\"nlang\" value=\"\">\n<input class=\"tnp-email\" type=\"email\" required name=\"ne\" value=\"\" placeholder=\"Email\"><input class=\"tnp-submit\" type=\"submit\" value=\"Subscribe\" style=\"\">\n<\/form><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/@centreforchristianspiritua4881\"><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Welcome to a transformative journey as we delve into the profound practice of Lectio Divina, a spiritual meditation technique rooted in ancient traditions. 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