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December 22, 2023December 22, 2023

Isaiah 35, Day 3

The glory of Lebanon will be given to it,
the splendor of Carmel and Sharon.
Isaiah 35:2b

Cedars of Lebanon

In the Hebrew Scriptures, the majestic, snow-capped mountains of Lebanon—rich in cedars and fruitful orchards—shaped the Israelite vision of the Promised Land.… Read the rest

December 4, 2020October 21, 2022

The Orchard of the Lord

Icon of the Nativity of Christ, Novgorod, 16th century

Friday of the First Week of Advent

Isaiah 29:17-24; Matthew 9:27-31

A drunk and rebellious world spins recklessly out of control (Isaiah 24:20; 28:1; 28:7; 29:9), but sober intoxication from the springs of divine grace is promised from on high, declares the prophet Isaiah.… Read the rest