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Homily of Saint John Chrysostom for Epiphany

January 6, 2007 | Leave a Comment

When Jesus therefore was born in Bethlehem of Juda, there came wise men from the east to Jerusalem, saying: Where is that is born king of the Jews. For we have seen his star in the east, and are come to adore him.
Isaias had foretold that this would come to pass, saying: The multitude of [...]

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On the Epiphany

January 6, 2007 | Leave a Comment

VATICANCITY,JAN. 6, 2007 – Here is the address Benedict XVI delivered today, the solemnity of the Epiphany, before reciting the Angelus with thousands of pilgrims gathered in St. Peter’s Square.
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Dear Brothers and Sisters:
The solemnity of the Epiphany celebrates Christ’s manifestation to the Wise Men, an event to which St. Matthew attaches great importance [...]