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| | Assumption of Mary - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia |
 | | The teaching that Mary died and was resurrected prior to her Assumption is taught in the same Apostolic Constitution that infallibly proclaims her Assumption, Munificentissimus Deus. | | | The Feast of the Assumption is celebrated on August 15. | | | The Dormition should not be confused with the Assumption: Eastern Orthodox, as well as many Catholics, believe that Mary died, and that she was later resurrected from the dead, before being assumed into Heaven. |
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| | Assumption of Mary |
| | The Assumption was declared a dogma of the Roman Catholic faith by Pope Pius XII in 1950. | | | Assumption of the Virgin (Latin assumere,"to take up") in the Roman Catholic church and the Orthodox church is the doctrine that after her death the body of Mary, the mother of Christ, was taken into heaven and reunited with her soul. | | | Defined as an article of faith by Pope Pius XII in 1950, the assumption was first commemorated as the Feast of the Dormition (falling asleep) of Mary in the 6th century. |
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| | The Assumption of Mary |
| | The constant faith (paradosis) of the Church affirms the belief in the Assumption of Mary. | | | Certain and undisputed faith in the Assumption of Mary in the universal Church. | | | Mary's assumption shows the result of this freedom from sin--the immediate union of her whole being with her Son Jesus Christ with God at the end of her life. |
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| | The Assumption of Mary |
| | On the occasion of this day, the Feast of the Assumption of the Virgin Mary, I will attempt to explain our Catholic belief that Mary, the Mother of God, was assumed body and soul into heaven at the end of her life. | | | So to say that the doctrine of the Assumption of Mary was not defined until 1950 is not the same as saying it was a new belief then. | | | Mary's Assumption cannot be explained without also considering the doctrine of her Immaculate Conception. |
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| | The Assumption of Mary |
| | Is the Assumption a dogma of the faith?" Ans. | | | Four years before defining the Assumption of Mary as an article of faith, Pius XII asked all of the bishops in communion with Rome whether or not they believed it and, if so, whether or not a solemn declaration was in order. | | | Kellner tells us that the feast of the Assumption in the East is older than the sixth century, for it was celebrated by the heretical sects that separated from Rome in the fifth century, viz., the Monophysites, the Nestorians, the Armenians and the Ethiopians. |
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| | Domestic-Church.Com: Saint Profile: Assumption of Mary |
| | This is the dogma of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin. | | | It was such a strong tradition in the Church, needing no confirmation, that it wasn't until November 1 1950 that Pope Pius XII declared the Assumption of Mary to be a dogma of the faith. | | | So Mary was close to her Son in the Blessed Sacrament, even though He had ascended into Heaven. |
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http://www.domestic-church.com/CONTENT.DCC/19980701/SAINTS/ASSUMPTION.HTM
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| | Assumption of Mary |
| | Mary assumed into heaven serves rather as a gracious reminder to the Church that our Lord wishes all whom the Father has given Him to be raised with Him. | | | Mary moves us by example and prayer to grow in God's grace, to be receptive to His will, to convert our lives through sacrifice and penance and to seek that everlasting union in the Heavenly Kingdom. | | | However, in addressing these questions, the Church gradually defined the titles of Mary as Mother of God and as the New Eve, and the belief of the Immaculate Conception, all of which form the basis for the Assumption. |
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| | Feast of the Assumption (Dormition) of Mary |
| | The Feast of the Assumption is also known as the Feast of the Dormition (falling asleep) of Mary. | | | Prayers for the Feast of the Assumption / Dormition of Mary | | | In the course of a year, the Church celebrates the unfolding of the mystery of Christ, beginning with Advent, anticipating his first coming, and reaching a high point at Easter, the feast of feasts, celebrating Christ's resurrection. |
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| | Assumption of Mary |
| | The assumption is that she chose to live in obedience and faith. | | | Even if she was righteous according to the law (many living people at the time of Jesus were as also many who lived before him) If she was redeemed, it was through her faith in Jesus Christ. | | | The doctrine of the Assumption of Mary did not begin until the sixth century. |
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http://www.acns.com/~mm9n/Mary/M6.htm
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| | The Assumption of Mary into Heaven |
| | Mary is in many ways the "prototype" of the Church; what happened to her prefigures what will happen to Christians when we die and go to heaven, or at the Second Coming. | | | The doctrine of the Assumption is also based largely on the "fittingness" of the privilege given to her by God. | | | The name "Assumption" is important, and one should be careful not to mix expressions here; in Catholic terminology, the "Assumption" is something that God did to Mary in bringing her into heaven, over which she had no control, while "Ascension" is what Jesus, being divine, did under his own power. |
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| | CATHOLIC ENCYCLOPEDIA: Feast of the Assumption |
| | Today, the belief in the corporeal assumption of Mary is universal in the East and in the West; according to Benedict XIV (De Festis B.V.M., I, viii, 18) it is a probable opinion, which to deny were impious and blasphemous. | | | [Note: By promulgating the Bull Munificentissimus Deus, 1 November, 1950, Pope Pius XII declared infallibly that the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary was a dogma of the Catholic Faith. | | | In Central America a special feast of the Coronation of Mary in heaven (double major) is celebrated 18 Aug. The city of Gerace in Calabria keeps three successive days with the rite of a double first class, commemorating: 15th of August, the death of Mary; 16th of August, her Coronation. |
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http://www.newadvent.org/cathen/02006b.htm
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| | Assumption of Mary |
| | The dogma of the Assumption was defined in 1950 by Pope Pius XII. | | | Mary the mother of Jesus is a saint. | | | Among many other things unique to Mary was her assumption body and soul into Heaven, "a singular participation in her Son's Resurrection," (catechism #966) the feast of which we celebrate on August 15th. |
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http://www.monksofadoration.org/assumpta.html
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| | Assumption of Mary? |
| | On November 1, 1950, the Feast of All Saints, Pope Pius XII declared as a dogma revealed by God that "Mary, the immaculate perpetually Virgin Mother of God, after the completion of her earthly life, was assumed body and soul into the glory of Heaven". | | | Mary was a very godly teenager who birthed the Son of God. |
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| | The Assumption |
| | Mary was in the care of the apostle John after the crucifixion of Jesus. | | | Tradition has it that St.Denis was an eyewitness to the death of the Virgin and that she had escaped the destroynig action of time; or she had not aged. | | | St.Jerome writes that, "At the death of the Mother of Jesus all the host of heaven came to meet her, singing hymns and canticles which were heard by all present." Moreover, we can see as early as the fifth century, masses were being offered in honor of the Assumption of Mary into Heaven. |
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| | Understanding the Assumption on Mary |
| | Mary, the one whose whole life was a yes to the Lord, received the greatest gift the Lord provides for his people, total union with God, body and soul. | | | There are many feasts honoring the Mary in the Church calendar, but as a priest I have had to answer more honest inquiries about the Assumption than any other feast. | | | Usually people will ask, "Where do you find in the Bible that Mary was assumed into heaven after her death?" The main biblical foundation of this is the Church's understanding of the twelfth chapter of the Book of Revelation. |
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http://www.st.ignatius.net/assumption-8-15-99.htm
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| | Saint Alphonsus de Liguori - Of the Assumption of Mary |
| | On this day the Church celebrates, in honour of Mary, two solemn festivals; the first is that of her happy passage from this world; the second, that of her glorious Assumption into Heaven. | | | But already the death of Mary is at hand; divine love, with its vehement and blessed flames, had already almost entirely consumed the vital spirits; the heavenly phoenix is already losing her life in the midst of this fire. | | | After the ascension of Jesus Christ, Mary remained on earth to attend to the propagation of the faith. |
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http://www.catholic-forum.com/saints/sta09003.htm
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| | Father Clifford Stevens |
| | At the Tomb of Mary, he expressed the belief of the Church on the meaning of the feast: "Although the body was duly buried, it did not remain in the state of death, neither was it dissolved by decay. | | | With that, an ancient belief became Catholic doctrine and the Assumption was declared a truth revealed by God. | | | Soon the name was changed to the "Assumption of Mary," since there was more to the feast than her dying. |
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| | The Assumption of Mary |
| | The blessed virgin Mary assumed body and soul into heaven, exercises a powerful mediation in the Church, because the mother of Christ is present to her Son in the fullness of her personhood, and is able to fulfill a mediation greater than that of any of the saints. | | | The Assumption of Mary, or "Munificentissimus Deus" is celebrated on Aug. 15 by Eastern Orthodox and Roman Catholics. | | | This feast commemorates the ancient tradition that the Virgin Mary's body, when her life ended, was reserved from corruption and united with her soul in heaven. |
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| | mary's assumption |
| | It simply indicated that my belief in Mary’s Assumption and every other dogma of the Church was founded on my faith in the infallibility of the Church. | | | I no longer believed in original sin and grace, in the Eucharist and the priesthood, in heaven and hell, in an eternal afterlife, in the divinity of Jesus, in Mary’s Assumption and all the other spiritual realities and events proclaimed by the Church. | | | For example, on November 1, 1950 Pope Pius XII solemnly defined Mary’s bodily Assumption into heaven as a dogma of faith. |
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| | Assumption of Mary... Biblical? : Fool Moon |
| | None of us thought we were worshipping Mary, it was explained to us that we were honoring the Mother of God, not elevating her to the same place as God. | | | If you thought you were praying to Mary as though she were God, maybe they didn't explain it properly to you, there's such a thing as bad teachers. | | | On the other hand, Mary the mother of Jesus is also venerated. |
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| | The Assumption of Mary |
| | Catholic authors readily admit that the Assumption is not explicitly taught in Scripture.[1] In the biblical narrative, Mary is last mentioned in Acts 1 where she is found praying with the other disciples before Pentecost. | | | We have seen that the Assumption is neither found in Scripture nor in the early church tradition. | | | Thus for several centuries in the early Church, there is no mention by the church fathers of the bodily assumption of Mary. |
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| | Feast of the Assumption of Mary |
| | Mary is still very much a part of our faith and devotion and as one commentator noted: "The Virgin Mary has been more of an inspiration to more people than any other woman who ever lived." | | | The Rosary is less prominent that it once was; weekly evening devotions to Mary are either sparsely attended or cancelled entirely; once familiar prayers to Mary attached to the end of every Mass have been deleted; Marian hymns no longer hold the dominant place they once had in Catholic repertory. | | | Unique as mother of Jesus, in solidarity with the rest of us as a receiver of God's grace, she remains symbol and mother of the Church. |
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| | Assumption of Mary |
| | It wasn't for many centuries of popular request, before Pope Pius XII declared Mary's assumption to be dogma or a fundamental belief of Catholics. | | | This holy day of obligation follows the tradition of recognizing Mary's death and resurrection. | | | Meanwhile, the Angel Gabriel took her spirit to Heaven. |
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| | Assumption of Mary - Saint of the Day - American Catholic |
| | Since Mary is closely associated with all the mysteries of Jesus&; life, it is not surprising that the Holy Spirit has led the Church to belief in Mary’s share in his glorification. | | | Since Mary best embodies the people of both Old and New Testament, her Assumption can be seen as an exemplification of the woman’s victory. | | | Likewise, Mary shines forth on earth, until the day of the Lord shall come (cf. |
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| | Christian Resources |
| | The conclusion has to be that teachings such as Mary’s assumption are the teachings and traditions of men, not the revelation of God. | | | The earliest extant discourse on the feast of the Dormition affirms that the assumption of Mary comes from the East at the end of the seventh and beginning of the eighth century. | | | Pius XII, in his decree in 1950, declared the Assumption teaching to be a dogma revealed by God. |
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| | open book: The Assumption of Mary |
| | Because Mary is the prototype of the Church as such and is, so to say, the Church in person, this being 'with' is realized in her in exemplary fashion. | | | We are able to see the Biblical view of Mary as highlighted in the Gospels and culminating with Mary and the Church at Prayer at Pentecost, waiting for the descent of the Spirit. | | | On today’s feast of the Assumption, we contemplate the mystery of the passing of Mary from this world to Paradise: we may say we celebrate her “Easter”. |
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| | Mary's Assumption |
| | This verse strongly insinuates the Assumption of Mary. | | | That early Christian believed in Mary's Assumption is proven in the lack of her relics, empty tombs, the existence of Transitus Mariae stories, and quotes from early Christians. | | | Mary's Assumption would have been impossible without Jesus' Resurrection, for it is His resurrection power which will glorify our bodies (Philippians 3:21). |
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| | Assumption of Mary |
| | The "Memory of Mary" became later the Catholic Feast of the Assumption of Mary". | | | As part of the overall deposit of faith, Catholic Tradition cannot contradict Scripture, and the Assumption of Mary is no exception. | | | It is my belief that belief in the Assumption of Mary is not unbiblical, nor does it contradict any historical mandate. |
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| | Assumption of Mary - August 15, 2004 |
| | While this was the formal declaration of the doctrine, it was only the affirmation of a belief that had long been an article of faith for the People of God. | | | Mary felt the same anxiety as when the Jewish and Roman officials were seeking to Him at his birth site so they could eliminate Him. | | | On November 1, 1950, Pope Pius XII declared the infallible dogma of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in these simple words, "The Immaculate Mother of God, the ever Virgin Mary, having completed the course of her earthly life, was assumed body and soul into heavenly glory." |
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| | The Assumption of Mary, a compilation of soures |
| | The feast of Assumption is therefore a source of even greater hope that one day we will also have a good death (this feast is called the Holy Dormition in Orthodox churches) and that we will go to heaven to join our Holy Mother. | | | Kiev School: The Assumption (Dormition) of the Virgin, end of the 12th--beginning of the 13th century. | | | Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Fr. |
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| | CHURCH FATHERS: Assumption of Mary, First Latin Form |
| | And her, whose assumption is at this day venerated and worshipped throughout the whole world, let us assiduously entreat that she be mindful of us in the presence of her most pious Son in heaven, to whom is praise and glory through endless ages of ages. | | | The blessed Mary said to them: I asked my Son, before He endured the passion, that He and you should be at my death; and He granted me this gift. | | | But when the light went away, and at the same time with the light itself, the soul of the blessed virgin Mary was taken up into heaven with psalms, and hymns, and songs of songs. |
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| | The Assumption of Mary |
| | As the Feast of the Immaculate Conception proclaims the grace of Christ in Mary before he was born, so the Feast of the Assumption points to the fulfillment of that grace, when Mary was taken, body and soul, into heaven to share in the glory of her Son's Resurrection. | | | Like the mystery of her Immaculate Conception, the Assumption of Mary is significant for all humanity, since she anticipates our resurrection with Christ in glory. | | | This feast has its roots in the early Jerusalem church and in the churches of the East. |
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| | RE: Assumption of Mary? |
| | THE ASSUMPTION OF MARY: A Roman Catholic Dogma Originating with Heretics and Condemned as Heretical by 2 Popes in the 5th and 6th Centuries. | | | This ceremony is probally used to reflect the Catholic belief that Mary is the Queen of Heaven, which goes right along with the assumption. | | | So it would seem that part of the belief of the Assumption comes about from the belief in Mary's sinlessness. |
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| | Divine Word Missionaries - Assumption |
| | On this feast of the Assumption of Mary into Heaven I pray that God's blessing be upon you, your family and your close ones. | | | Hail Mary, full of grace, the Lord is with Thee, blessed are you among women... | | | And as always I also invite to visit our web site where you can participate in online Novenas, meditations and other devotions. |
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| | JIMMY AKIN.ORG: Mary's Assumption |
| | Fortunately, the 1950 declaration regarding the Assumption is the only infallible declaration that has been made since the doctrine of papal infallibility was formally defined by Vatican I in 1870, and absent some strong reason, I hope there is not another one for a long time to come. | | | Should the Pope "infallibly declare" that Jesus is the Son of God? | | | Western Catholics and Eastern Catholics disagree on whether Mary died before being assumed into heaven, so the infallible declaration avoids commenting on that point. |
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http://www.jimmyakin.org/2005/10/marys_assumptio.html
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| | The Assumption of Mary |
| | When my hour of death has come, lead me safely to the presence of Jesus to enjoy the vision of my God for all eternity together with you. | | | Lift my heart with you in the glory of your Assumption above the dreadful touch of sin and impurity. | | | From this earth, over which I tread as a pilgrim, I look to you for help. |
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| | Assumption of Mary |
| | Proclaiming Faith, Assumption of Mary - exploring the Sunday and Holy Day readings - reflections and young people's activities. | | | Story for Children's Worship and Family Activity, The Assumption of Mary, at word-sunday.com: A Catholic Resource for the Lectionary by Larry Broding. | | | A list of links to on-line Bibles and general Bible study resources. |
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| | Assumption of Mary |
| | Remember, O most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to thy protection, implored thy help, or sought thy intercession, was left unaided. | | | Inspired with this confidence, I fly unto thee, O Virgin of virgins, my Mother; to thee I come, before thee I stand, sinful and sorrowful; O Mother of the Word Incarnate, despise not my petition, but in thy mercy hear and answer me. Amen. | | | We unite with them in thanking and praising God who has exalted you above all the heavenly hosts. |
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| | Assumption of Mary |
| | Definition: Many different Catholic congregations celebrate August 15 as a religious holiday for the Assumption of Mary. | | | Special religious ceremonies and pilgrimages are held throughout the world. | | | People of Armenian Orthodox do not celebrate the Assumption until August 28th because of a different calendar. |
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| | Assumption of Mary... Biblical? : Fool Moon |
| | The Assumption of Mary is the doctrine or belief that Mary, when her life on earth was over, ascended to heaven leaving no body behind. | | | Someone can correct me if I am wrong. | | | I hate to be the one to break it to you Jury_12, but as an interfaith board not everyone here is christian, let alone catholic. |
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| | Assumption of Mary to Heaven |
| | Assumption of Mary to Heaven, by Clement J. Barnhorn | | | The relief depicts the Assumption of Mary, the patroness saint of the Cathedral, into Heaven. | | | The carved tympanum above the front entrance of the Cathedral Basilica of the Assumption was created by sculptor Clement J. Barnhorn. |
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| | Assumption of Mary - Columbia Encyclopedia® article about Assumption of Mary |
| | Assumption of the Virgin: see Mary Mary, in the Bible, mother of Jesus. | | | Christian tradition reckons her the principal saint, naming her variously the Blessed Virgin Mary, Our Lady, and Mother of God (Gr., theotokos). | | | This information should not be considered complete, up to date, and is not intended to be used in place of a visit, consultation, or advice of a legal, medical, or any other professional. |
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| | The Assumption of Mary |
| | We can picture her in heaven with Jesus as she tells us how glorious heaven is. | | | Pray for us, O holy Mother of God | | | Because of this special love, she was taken to heaven body and spirit when she died. |
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| | Definition: Assumption of Mary |
| | This also required, according to Roman Catholic thought, that she remain a virgin throughout her life. | | | The Roman Catholic doctrine which says that Mary did not die, but was assumed into heaven, body and soul, at the end of her earthly life. | | | The thinking goes that since (according to the Roman Catholic Church) Mary was preserved from original sin by her Immaculate Conception, she would not have to suffer the punishment which original sin brought about, namely death. |
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| | The Assumption of Mary |
| | We felt that even though the text consisted only of Jesus and the angles speaking, its focus was Mary. | | | In order to emphasize this aspect, we drew upon the strong faith that particular people have in the Virgin Mary, especially the Latin American culture, and so we built the folk tale around her. | | | Our group decided to change this text into the form of a folk tale. |
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| | Staffed by the Order of Servants of Mary |
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