Today’s Gospel brings to a close Luke introduction to the life of Jesus in his family - he returns to Nazareth to take up a normal life as the son of his parents, in the midst of his family and relatives, growing in whatever ways opportunities suggest. It is in this context that he comes to understand the religion of Israel and the revelation fits God.

About the Speaker: Father Michael Kelly is a Jesuit priest and English language publisher of the respected Jesuit periodical, La Civilta Cattolica.

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