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Stoicism

«"By choosing to die for our venerable and holy laws, I will have left the noble example of a beautiful death" (2 Maccabees 6:18-31)

Eleazar, a 90-year-old scribe, preferred death to eating pork forbidden by Jewish Law, embodying dignity, faith, and responsibility towards future generations during the reign of Antiochus IV Epiphanes.

«What do you want me to do for you?» “Lord, I want to see again.” (Luke 18:35-43)

A biblical and spiritual immersion in the Gospel of the blind man of Jericho (Luke 18:35-43): discover how to dare to cry out to Christ, despite the obstacles of the crowd and our inner darkness, to find light, healing, and a transformative commitment. Analysis of the context, the dialogue, and the personal, communal, and ecclesial implications. An invitation to make this text a living experience of bold faith and following Christ.

«By your perseverance you will gain your life» (Lk 21:5-19)

Discover how, according to Luke 21, perseverance (hupomonē) is an active and hopeful endurance in the face of chaos, a divine strength that allows one to keep one's true life despite trials, guided by the promise of Christ.

«Wisdom is a spirit that is friendly to mankind. The spirit of the Lord fills the universe» (Wis 1:1-7)

Discover how the Book of Wisdom reveals a universal divine presence, a spirit that is kind to humankind and illuminates justice, purity of heart, and divine friendship. A spiritual guide to uniting faith and reason, discerning in a fragmented world, and living with an open heart.

Canonization of Carmen-Elena Rendiles: A Light of Hope for Venezuela

Canonization of Carmen-Elena Rendiles, the first Venezuelan saint: a journey of faith, disability, resilience, and a message of hope for a Venezuela in crisis.

“The hairs of your head are all numbered” (Lk 12:1-7)

Luke 12:1-7 — Unmasking hypocrisy, choosing filial fear, and embracing Providence. A practical meditation for moving from fear of men to trust in God: context, analysis, concrete avenues (personal life, family, work, digital), meditation, and prayer. A path in three words: truth, filial fear, trust.

«Our eyes are fixed on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith» (Hebrews 12:1-3)

Discover how the Letter to the Hebrews, through the image of the endurance race and its focus on Jesus, illuminates spiritual perseverance in times of trial. This article explores the solidarity of witnesses, the paradoxical dynamic of the cross, and the ethical implications for transforming difficulties into a journey of faith. An inspiring guide to integrating this message into daily life and nurturing your Christian endurance.

«I can do all things through him who gives me strength» (Philippians 4:10-19)

Discover how Saint Paul, despite his imprisonment, reveals a powerful inner freedom by drawing strength from Christ. Between contentment, gratitude, and covenant, this passage from the Philippians invites us to transform dependence into a source of peace and joy, offering a spiritual path to living fully, even in deprivation.