The new Netflix film “Mary” tells the life story of the woman who became known as Theotokos, The Blessed Mother, Queen of Heaven, and more.
Directed by DJ Caruso, the film stars Noa Cohen in the role of Mary and Anthony Hopkins in the role of King Herod. It reached number 1 on the Netflix charts shortly after its release on December 1, 6 releases.
But who is Mary? And why is she such an important figure during Advent and Christmas?
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What does the Bible say about her?
Mary’s special status is evident from the beginning in Luke’s gospel. Luke 1:28 reads, “He came to her and said, ‘Hello, full of grace. The Lord is with you!’”
The Annunciation depicts the Angel Gabriel (left) speaking to the Virgin Mary. Mother of God (Istock)
This line is part of the story of the Annunciation. When the Archangel Gabriel told the Virgin Mary that she would conceive and receive the Messiah, Jesus.
Mary would consent to this in Luke 1:38, saying, “Behold, I am the handmaid of the Lord. Let me be at your word.”
The phrase “full of grace” means that Mary was not like the others. that is still stained with original sin
Catholics believe that Mary was conceived flawlessly and without sin.
“If you live completely by God There is no room in her for sin.”
Speaking about this verse in 2017, Pope Francis said the phrase: “Filled with grace” means “Mary was filled with the presence of God.”
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“And if you live completely by God There is no room in her for sin,” he said.
DJ Caruso (left) directs a new film. Starring Noah Cohen as Mary, Ido Tako (right) plays Joseph in the film. (Charley Gallay/Getty Images for Netflix)
This, Pope Francis said: “It is special because everything in this world is contaminated with evil. Each of us, when looking within ourselves, sees a dark side. Even the greatest saints are sinners and all that is true. even the most Everything that is beautiful is eroded by evil. Except Mary.”
He added that Mary was “Humanity’s only green oasis. It is the only thing that is not contaminated. Impeccably crafted to ensure maximum hospitality. Along with her ‘right’ God who came into the world and thus began a new history.”
This is why Mary Mother of God Therefore, he is an important person during the Advent festival.
Mark Miravalle told Fox News Digital in 2023 that the importance of Mary’s role in this story and during Advent cannot be underestimated.
“From the manger scene to the postage stamps From Christmas cards to hymns, to the Virgin Mary, mother of Jesus Christ. appeared universally during arrival seasonMiravalle said.
The Virgin Mary, Pope Francis said, is “a green oasis of humanity” and “full of grace.” (AP Photo/Christoph Ana)
Miravalle is Professor of Theology and the Constance Shifflin-Blum Chair in Mariology at Ave Maria University in Florida.
He is the president of International Marian Association and is the author and editor of more than 20 books.
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“Therefore, we believe that the woman gave her human nature to the second person of the Trinity by the power of the Holy Spirit. so that jesus christ God and man will be able to redeem this world,” he said.
Advent, which is a time of spiritual preparation for the coming of Jesus Christ. “It is fitting to honor the human cooperation of women in God’s loving plan to bring humanity to life as Savior,” Miravalle said.
arrival of jesus christ “It is a fitting tribute to women’s human cooperation in God’s loving plan to bring humanity to life as a Savior,” said the professor and theology writer. (Istock)
“This demonstrates God’s deep respect for human dignity. To our free cooperation in His divine plan of salvation. and to the special dignity of women,” he said.
Although Mary is revered in some Christian denominations, “there is no competition” between her and her son, Jesus, Miravel said.
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“There is no competition between the holy Jesus and the human Mary. It is the unity of son and mother in obedience to Heavenly Father’s plan. which leads to the glorious birth and final victory of the Savior of the world,” he said.
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“Because without Him there is no peace.”
