The manger scene wasn't just about peace—it was the start of a spiritual war. Discover the "dark" prophecy that turned Mary’s joy into a sobering reality.

What You'll Learn:

• Why the "Sign of Contradiction" forces an inescapable choice for every human soul.
• The deep connection between the wood of the crib and the wood of the cross.
• How to identify and strip away spiritual hypocrisy using the insights of the Church Fathers.

Timestamps (Chapters):

• (00:00) - Introduction
• (00:43) - Meeting Simeon: A Lifetime of Waiting
• (02:04) - The Prophecy: Luke 2:34-35 Unpacked
• (02:39) - A Mark for Malice: The "Target" on Christ
• (03:28) - The Piercing Sword: Mary’s Sorrow and the Cross
• (04:00) - Revealing Hearts: The End of Hypocrisy
• (04:35) - Final Thought: Where Do You Stand?

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🎙️ About: The Depositum uses AI to explore the Deposit of Faith via the Douay-Rheims Bible, Council of Trent, and Haydock Commentary. We make dense theology accessible to help you come to know Jesus.

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