“Holy purity, the queen of virtues, the
angelic virtue, is a jewel so precious that those who possess it become like the angels of God in heaven, even though clothed in mortal flesh.”
-St. John Bosco For Reflection:
What does the word “purity” mean to me? How do I demonstrate it? (Consider thoughts, words, and deeds.) With regard to purity, would someone describe me as an angel “clothed in mortal flesh”? Why or why not? What am I willing to do about it?
LEARN TO DISCERN COMPENDIUM Susan Brinkmann, OCDS 269 pgs PB INTRODUCTION PG 1
For Starters, Jesus was the only "prophet" who proved He could command the elements--He made the wind stop, walked on water, multiplied bread and fish. Not only did He raise the dead, He raised Himself after three days in the tomb. This is not only impressive; it is unprecedented.
