Mary by the cross Explore the presence of Mary by the Cross, her co-redemption, and the profound theological meaning of maternal sorrow at Calvary. Go deeper… Daniel Afonso 20/01/2024 0 Comments
Mary at the wedding at Cana Biblical and Mariological analysis of Jn 2:1-12 on Mary at the Wedding at Cana and her role as intercessor and mediatrix of grace. Go deeper… Daniel Afonso 19/01/2024 0 Comments
Welcoming the word in daily life like Mary Learn how Mary welcomed the Word of God in daily life and discover concrete paths for living the same availability and listening in the… Daniel Afonso 17/01/2024 0 Comments
Learning to Contemplate like Mary Learn to contemplate like Mary and discover, in her attitude before the mysteries of God, a luminous model of Christian contemplative life.… Daniel Afonso 15/01/2024 0 Comments
The Virgin Mary in Carmel The Virgin Mary in Carmel holds a singular place in Carmelite spirituality. Explore her central presence in the devotion and tradition of the… Daniel Afonso 14/01/2024 0 Comments
Does the Rosary exist without the Bible? Discover the biblical foundations of the Rosary and how this prayer is deeply rooted in the Word of God. Deepen your faith. Daniel Afonso 11/01/2024 0 Comments
The Plural Presence of Mary in the Church Discover how Mary's presence in the Church is manifested in the liturgy, in popular devotion, and in the spiritual life of the People of God. Daniel Afonso 10/01/2024 0 Comments
Mary, from the Annunciation to the Eucharist From the Annunciation to the Eucharist, Mary's fiat runs through the whole history of salvation. Deepen this spiritual and theological… Daniel Afonso 08/01/2024 0 Comments
Could Mary Have Said No? Could Mary have said “no”? Explore Mary’s human freedom, the meaning of her “fiat,” and the theological significance of her free consent. Daniel Afonso 07/01/2024 0 Comments
They saw the Child with Mary His mother (Mt 2:10-11) Mariological analysis of Mt 2:10-11: the Child with Mary, His mother, reveals the maternal presence in the mystery of the Incarnation. Let us… Daniel Afonso 06/01/2024 0 Comments
Mary, a Free Woman Because She Is Christian Mary, a free woman because she is Christian: her total “yes” to God reveals the true meaning of Christian freedom. Deepen this essential… Daniel Afonso 05/01/2024 0 Comments
From the Annunciation to the Eucharist: Faith and Revelation From the “fiat” of the Annunciation to the Eucharist, Mary reveals faith as total self-giving. Explore Mary’s active presence at the… Daniel Afonso 31/12/2023 0 Comments
Mary: The Mother of the Church and of Humanity at Christmas Discover how Mary, Mother of the Church and of humanity, illuminates the mystery of Christmas through her divine motherhood and her mission as… Daniel Afonso 26/12/2023 0 Comments
The Times of Mary: A Mariological View of the Present Times A Mariological reflection on the present times in the light of Mary: biblical, theological, and prophetic foundations of her role in the… Daniel Afonso 21/12/2023 0 Comments
Mary: The Divine and Human Intersection in the History of Salvation Mary unites the divine and the human in the history of salvation through her motherhood, virginity, and ecclesial mission. Deepen this mystery… Daniel Afonso 16/12/2023 0 Comments
The Celebration of the Visitation: A Mosaic of Symbolism and Theology Discover the theological symbolism of Mary's Visitation to Elizabeth and the role it plays in Advent, as a prelude to redemption and a call to… Daniel Afonso 13/12/2023 0 Comments
The True Message of Guadalupe Discover the true message of Guadalupe: a historical and theological analysis of Mary’s apparition to Juan Diego and its significance for the… Daniel Afonso 12/12/2023 0 Comments
Marian reflections: antitheses and syntheses in ecumenical veneration Marian reflections explore antitheses and syntheses among the Christian traditions. Ecumenical dialogue deepens Mary’s role in salvation. Let… Daniel Afonso 10/11/2023 0 Comments
The Symbolic Depth of Marian Representations in the Roman Catacombs In the Roman catacombs the first Marian representations of Christian art appear. Discover the symbolic depth of this ancient veneration of the… Daniel Afonso 20/09/2023 0 Comments
Our Lady of Sorrows: The Theology of Sorrow and Human Redemption Explore the theology of the suffering of Our Lady of Sorrows and how her seven sorrows are joined to the mystery of human redemption. Deepen… Daniel Afonso 15/09/2023 0 Comments
The Crucifixion of Christ and the Agony of Mary: A Liturgical Tapestry of Salvation and Hope The crucifixion of Christ and the agony of Mary reveal the depth of Christian redemption. Explore this liturgical tapestry of salvation and hope. Daniel Afonso 14/09/2023 0 Comments
Unveiling the Nativity of Mary: An Enigma for Ecclesiastical Tradition Celebrated since the fifth century, the Nativity of Mary unites Tradition, liturgy, and patristics. Explore the ecclesial foundation of this… Daniel Afonso 08/09/2023 0 Comments
Complete Program Explore the complete program of the course in Mariology, Angelology, and Demonology: 36 classes over two semesters on Mary, the angels, and the… Daniel Afonso 24/02/2023 0 Comments
King, Kingdom, and Reign of God in Mariology Explore the relationship between Mary and the kingship of Christ in Catholic Mariology. The King, Kingdom, and reign of God revealed in the… Daniel Afonso 19/01/2023 0 Comments
Angels in the Bible: From Symbolism to Realism Angels in the Bible reveal a living presence, from symbolism to realism. Explore the Annunciation to Mary and the role of angels in the Scriptures. Daniel Afonso 18/01/2023 0 Comments
Ratzinger’s mariology in the Third Secret of Fátima Ratzinger's mariology in the Third Secret of Fátima reveals a profound theology of Mary's apparitions. Explore this essential theological… Daniel Afonso 18/01/2023 0 Comments
Christmas and Adoration A meditation by von Balthasar on Christmas and adoration: Mary before the incarnate Son of God. Go deeper into this Mariological contemplation… Daniel Afonso 21/12/2022 0 Comments
The Virgin-Mother, prophet and Church in Advent Discover the Marian titles of Virgin-Mother, Prophet and Image of the Church in Advent and deepen the spirituality of this liturgical season… Daniel Afonso 14/12/2022 0 Comments
The Listening Virgin in Advent Mary, the Listening Virgin, reveals in Advent the perfect model of contemplative openness. Delve deeper into the Marian spirituality of this… Daniel Afonso 13/12/2022 0 Comments
The Mariological Celebrations of Advent (Part II) Marian feasts and prayers in Advent: the second part of the Mariological celebrations of the liturgical season of waiting. Let us delve deeper… Daniel Afonso 09/12/2022 0 Comments
The Mariological Prayers of Advent Discover the Mariological prayers of Advent, their theological meaning, and how the Church addresses her supplication to Mary in this season of… Daniel Afonso 05/12/2022 0 Comments
From John the Baptist to Mary: The Poor of YHWH From John the Baptist to Mary: explore the place of the poor of YHWH in the Scriptures and Mary’s profound rootedness in this biblical… Daniel Afonso 01/12/2022 0 Comments
Advent: How It All Began Discover how Advent began with Mary’s yes and understand the singular presence of Our Lady in this liturgical season of hope and preparation. Daniel Afonso 28/11/2022 0 Comments
Thanks to the grace of Our Lady Explore Marian mediation and devotion to Our Lady as a path to particular graces of the full grace. Deepen this essential mariological reflection. Daniel Afonso 25/11/2022 0 Comments
Who Distributes Grace, Mary or the Holy Spirit? Who distributes grace: Mary or the Holy Spirit? Explore Marian mediation and divine action in a rigorous and contemplative theological analysis. Daniel Afonso 24/11/2022 0 Comments
Is the Priestly Crisis a Marian Crisis? Does the priestly crisis have its roots in the Marian crisis? Explore the theological relationship between Mary and the priesthood in this… Daniel Afonso 14/11/2022 0 Comments
Holy Mary, gate of heaven: a dogmatic-liturgical analysis Mary, Gate of Heaven: a dogmatic-liturgical analysis of how God entered the world through the Incarnation and how the faithful find in her the… Daniel Afonso 16/10/2022 0 Comments
The Holy Virgin Mary in the Cenacle: A Dogmatic-Liturgical Analysis The Holy Virgin Mary in the Cenacle unites apostolic prayer and ecclesial motherhood. A dogmatic-liturgical analysis of her founding presence.… Daniel Afonso 16/10/2022 0 Comments
The Virgin Mary in the Resurrection of the Lord: a dogmatic-liturgical analysis A dogmatic-liturgical analysis of the Virgin Mary in the Resurrection of the Lord. From the cross to the paschal glory, Mary fully shares in… Daniel Afonso 13/10/2022 0 Comments
Holy Mary, Disciple of the Lord: A Dogmatic-Liturgical Analysis Mary, disciple of the Lord, listened to the Word and kept it with exemplary fidelity. Delve deeper into this dogmatic-liturgical analysis of… Daniel Afonso 10/10/2022 0 Comments
Mary at the Annunciation: A Dogmatic-Liturgical Analysis A dogmatic-liturgical analysis of the Annunciation: Mary’s “fiat” inaugurates the Incarnation of the Word. Let us explore this founding… Daniel Afonso 10/10/2022 0 Comments
The origins of intercession in the iconography of the Virgin Orans Explore the origins of intercession in the iconography of the Virgin Orans and her role in the theophanic representations of the history of… Daniel Afonso 30/09/2022 0 Comments
Iconography of Mary: Catacombs of Priscilla, the Annunciation In the Catacombs of Priscilla rests the oldest iconography of Mary. Contemplate the Annunciation, which bore witness to the early faith of the… Daniel Afonso 23/09/2022 0 Comments
Our Lady of Sorrows: A Biblical Devotion Discover how devotion to Our Lady of Sorrows is rooted in Sacred Scripture and how it reveals Mary’s role as co-redemptrix in the Passion of… Daniel Afonso 13/09/2022 0 Comments
The Holy Name of Mary Invoking the Holy Name of Mary opens the heart to divine grace. Discover the theological richness and the devotion that this Name holds in the… Daniel Afonso 12/09/2022 0 Comments
The disciple who believes invites us to listen to the Word Mary, the disciple who believes, invites the Church to listen to the Word. Her total faith reveals the path of evangelical welcome. Deepen this… Daniel Afonso 09/09/2022 0 Comments
Are the Mariological Verses Well Translated? Translating the Mariological verses well is essential to understanding Mary’s role in Scripture and in the Christian faith. Explore this… Daniel Afonso 08/09/2022 0 Comments
The welcoming of the Annunciation and the place of faith Mary’s welcoming at the Annunciation reveals the most perfect act of faith in history. A yes that transforms humanity. Let us deepen this mystery. Daniel Afonso 25/08/2022 0 Comments
Mary and the Word of God, person and event Mary receives the Word of God with perfect faith and becomes the living event in which the eternal Word enters history. Deepen this… Daniel Afonso 23/08/2022 0 Comments
Pilgrimages and the Scholar of Mariology Marian pilgrimages as a way of spiritual and academic formation for those who study Mary in the tradition of the Church: explore this… Daniel Afonso 29/07/2022 0 Comments