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'The Holy Virgin St. Mary' by HH Pope Shenouda III [Part 4] | The Harvest (Fr. Matthias Shehad)
In this talk, Fr. Matthias Shehad explores the role and virtues of the Virgin St. Mary in the Orthodox Church as presented by HH Pope Shenouda III. He discusses her unique faith that endured suffering without complaint, highlighting her acceptance of God's plan despite hardships, including witnessing Christ’s persecution and crucifixion. Fr. Matthias emphasizes the humility and obscurity that defined her life, contrasting her virtues with human desires for recognition. He explains the theological significance behind Marian hymns and icons, illustrating her position as the Theotokos, the…
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