Daily Archives: June 2, 2011

The Feast of the Ascension in Jerusalem

The Ascension is the last step of the earthly life of Jesus. The last step on a stone which, according to tradition, is just outside Jerusalem, in an area where today most of the inhabitants are Muslims. The edicule itself … Continue reading

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Where is Jesus’ body after the Ascension?

An interesting read (given the day) at The New Theological Movement:   Having already discussed whither Mary was assumed, we turn now to the Ascension of our Savior. Where is the physical body of Jesus? Must we believe that he … Continue reading

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Ascension Day

Today is the Feast of the Ascension: The Feast of the Ascension is one of the great feasts in the Christian liturgical calendar, and commemorates the bodily Ascension of Jesus into heaven. Ascension Day is traditionally celebrated on a Thursday, … Continue reading

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