Volume 3 · Chapter 196 · Pp. 266-277

The Sabbath at Getsemane. Jesus re evokes the infancy of His Mother and illustrates love of different powers.

Chapter 196 of Volume 3 depicts a Sabbath scene at Gethsemane where Jesus leads a psalmody involving His disciples, highlighting the varied vocal qualities and participation of each. The narrative evokes the infancy of Mary and illustrates the different expressions of love among divine and human powers. The setting emphasizes communal worship, the joy of approaching the house of the Lord, and the intimate relationships among Jesus and His followers. This chapter blends musical devotion with theological reflection on love and divine presence.

Themes: Sabbath Worship, Communal Prayer, Love of God, Mary's Infancy, Divine and Human Love, Psalmody