Sunday, March 29 Passion
Old TestamentJesus is on his way to Jerusalem. Riding on a donkey signifies that he is king. Solomon, the son of David, also entered Jerusalem riding on a donkey before he was crowned king. This is what Jesus' triumphant entry into Jerusalem represents.
No one truly knows Jesus. Even his closest friends and family cannot imagine the kingship Jesus possesses. He enters as a king.
New Testament
Those who joyfully wave their palm branches may think that Jesus was sent by God to dethrone the king of Israel, fight the king of Egypt, and liberate Jerusalem. They have no idea of Jesus' true divine mission.
Jesus also encounters people who do not know God.
Jesus has a mission that comes from the Father, and to gather every person in Love. Today, do we welcome the love, joy, and peace of God that is within us?
Biblical texts: NAB-RE
Normand Thomas.