Every chapter of Volume 4 of Maria Valtorta's "The Gospel as Revealed to Me". Browse summaries and open any chapter to explore themes and ask the AI chatbot.
This chapter depicts Jesus arriving at Lazarus' garden early in the morning during His second year of public ministry. Jesus seeks out Lazarus, who is praying fervently for a long-asked grace,…
This chapter presents a reflective narrative centered on Lazarus's emotional turmoil and his interaction with Jesus following his resurrection. It highlights themes of hope, despair, and the…
This chapter recounts events surrounding Jesus at Gethsemane with Mary and Johanna, focusing on the convalescence of Judas who is preparing to return to Galilee. Johanna plans to stay in Jerusalem…
This chapter recounts a poignant moment where Jesus restores joy and hope to Simon Peter's wife by giving her a son, symbolizing divine generosity and renewal. It highlights the personal impact of…
This chapter recounts the dual miracles of Jesus healing a woman suffering from a haemorrhage and resurrecting the daughter of Jairus. The narrative is set along a lakeshore road where Jesus,…
In this chapter, Jesus returns to Capernaum and is informed by the landlord about a woman seeking Him, identified as the lady previously mentioned at Bethsaida. The narrative focuses on a…
Chapter 232 of Volume 4 recounts Jesus' compassionate acts of healing two blind men and a dumb demoniac, illustrating His divine authority over physical and spiritual afflictions. The narrative…
In this chapter, Jesus addresses a large crowd from a wooded embankment, delivering the Parable of the Lost Sheep as evening falls. The setting is a recently harvested field, with natural sounds…
This chapter reflects on three episodes concerning the conversion of Mary of Magdala, emphasizing Jesus' compassionate call to her despite her past. It portrays Jesus as a shepherd who seeks and…
Chapter 235 focuses on the theme of reassurance and encouragement in the context of spiritual conversion. It emphasizes the importance of love over fear, advocating for compassionate acceptance…
Chapter 236 of Volume 4 presents a detailed vision of the dinner at the house of Simon the Pharisee, focusing on the interaction between Jesus and Mary of Magdala. The narrative highlights Jesus'…
This chapter explores the challenges faced by Mary of Magdala, highlighting how she was both wrongly judged in her good deeds and rightly criticized for her past, reflecting on human tendencies to…
Chapter 238 of Volume 4 describes the arrival of the Holy Mary and Mary of Magdala in Capernaum amidst an impending storm. The narrative captures the natural signs of the approaching tempest over…
This chapter narrates the compassionate response of the apostles and early disciples to the arrival of two women, identified as the two Maries, who are drenched and in need of care. It highlights…
In this chapter, Jesus teaches about the value and meaning of missions entrusted to His followers, emphasizing that these missions are gifts from God rather than ends in themselves. He explains that…
Chapter 241 of Volume 4 recounts a dialogue between Mary Magdala and a young consoler named Marjiam, focusing on the importance of goodness and the process of becoming a disciple of Jesus. The…
This chapter reflects on the spiritual journey of sinners in relation to God's Law, emphasizing God's relentless love and mercy in seeking and redeeming lost souls. It portrays sinners as precious…
Chapter 243 describes the warm and reverent reception of Jesus at Susanna's house in Cana, highlighting the sincere love and devotion of those present. Unlike the earlier wedding feast, this…
Chapter 244 of Volume 4 recounts a sermon by Jesus on Creation and the anticipation of the coming Light by various populations. The narrative begins with a vivid description of the natural landscape…
In this chapter, Jesus returns to Nazareth and is warmly greeted by relatives, including Mary of Alphaeus. The narrative highlights a moment of familial affection and introduces an accusation made…
Chapter 246 presents an episode in the synagogue of Nazareth where Jesus addresses the local crowd, inviting them to accept His teachings with open hearts and free minds. He expresses a desire to…
Chapter 247 of Volume 4 recounts a journey undertaken by Jesus and His disciples through a cultivated gorge, with plans to rest near Bethlehem in Galilee. The narrative highlights the consideration…
Chapter 248 recounts Jesus and His companions arriving in Bethlehem of Galilee during the evening, highlighting the pastoral and peaceful setting of the town. The narrative includes Jesus…
In this chapter, Holy Mary instructs Judas of Iscariot on the essential duty of faith towards God, emphasizing the importance of internalizing the Law with mercy rather than rigidity. She warns…
Chapter 250 recounts a gathering on the bank of a torrent where Jesus meets Isaac and a diverse group of disciples, both known and newly converted. The narrative highlights a tender and joyful…
In this chapter, Jesus arrives at a sea-town characterized by a unique geographical formation resembling a mushroom connected to the mainland by an artificial isthmus. He is followed by four boats…
Chapter 252 recounts Jesus' return to Tyre, where He performs miracles and teaches through parables, notably the parable of the vine and the elm tree. The narrative emphasizes the necessity of…
Chapter 253 of Volume 4 describes a nocturnal departure of Jesus, the apostles, and several women, including Mary of Alphaeus, along a seashore. The narrative emphasizes the quiet and contemplative…
In this chapter, a dialogue unfolds highlighting the spiritual struggles and fears of a disciple named Mary of Theophilus, who worries about maintaining her virtue and resisting temptation in…
Chapter 255 describes a journey eastward with Jesus, His mother, and the apostles, highlighting a mood of silence and discouragement among the apostles despite the surrounding natural beauty. The…
Chapter 256 of Volume 4 recounts Jesus' interactions with vine-dressers and includes the healing of an elderly man, illustrating His compassion and divine authority. The chapter emphasizes the…
In this chapter, Jesus emphasizes that true belonging to the Temple and to God requires more than memorizing scripture; it demands living according to the three theological virtues. He encourages…
Chapter 258 of Volume 4 presents a contemplative scene on Mount Carmel where Jesus instructs James of Alphaeus about his future mission. The narrative emphasizes James's deep meditation and…
In this chapter, Jesus departs from Mount Carmel and contemplates the surrounding region of Esdraelon, reflecting on the future of missionary work. He engages James of Alphaeus in a lesson…
In this chapter, Jesus encourages His disciples, particularly James and Peter, to perform miracles through faith, compassion, and holy intent, emphasizing that disciples can emulate the Master's…
In this chapter, Jesus addresses the peasants of Doras in a ruined orchard, offering them encouragement and spiritual guidance as they prepare to begin a new phase of service under a different…
Chapter 262 recounts Jesus and His followers traveling through the hills near Nazareth, pausing at a familiar peasant house for rest and fellowship. The narrative highlights Jesus' teaching on true…
In this chapter, Jesus enters the synagogue in Capernaum on the Sabbath, drawing the attention of the local believers and Pharisees. The narrative highlights the tension between Jesus and the…
Chapter 264 recounts an episode in Nazareth involving Judas Iscariot, focusing on a man with a withered hand who seeks healing from Jesus. Despite the presence of those intending to trap Jesus, the…
Chapter 265 details Jesus providing instructions to His twelve apostles as they commence their ministry. The narrative includes moments of personal reflection and concern, particularly highlighting…
Chapter 266 recounts an episode where Jesus, accompanied by Matthew, ministers to the poor and sick, offering healing, counsel, and alms. The narrative highlights Jesus' teaching on justice as a…
This chapter describes Jesus working diligently as a carpenter in Korazim, assisting a widow by taking over the workshop of a deceased carpenter. The narrative highlights Jesus' humility and…
In this chapter, Jesus departs from the widow's house accompanied by Manaen and interacts tenderly with a young boy named Joseph, addressing his fears about Jesus' absence. Jesus explains that while…
Chapter 269 recounts a significant dispute between Jesus and the scribes and Pharisees in Capernaum, highlighting the tension between Jesus' teachings and the established religious authorities. The…
Chapter 270 of Volume 4 recounts the reaction of Jesus' family and the crowds to His public ministry amidst the news of John the Baptist's death. Joseph confronts Jesus angrily, questioning His work…
Chapter 271 depicts Jesus preparing for His departure to Tarichea accompanied by the apostles who have returned from Capernaum. The narrative highlights Jesus' contemplative awareness of the…
This chapter presents a dialogue between Jesus and a scribe focusing on the concepts of reincarnation and eternal life. Jesus clarifies the Christian understanding of life after death, rejecting…
This chapter recounts Jesus' teaching and interactions with various groups, emphasizing spiritual blindness and the human resistance to divine miracles despite God's longstanding revelation. Jesus…
This chapter describes a nocturnal scene where Jesus, dressed in a white tunic and dark blue mantle, walks resolutely through an olive grove to a natural balcony overlooking a peaceful lake under a…
Chapter 275 of Volume 4 recounts the calling of four new disciples and includes a discourse on the spiritual and corporal works of mercy. The text emphasizes the human tendency to rely on oneself in…
Chapter 276 of Volume 4 explores the spiritual practice of admonishing sinners with patience, love, and charity, likening it to the purification of the body before burial, preparing souls for the…
Chapter 277 of Volume 4 describes a scene set in a large garden in Magdala, identified as Mary’s gardens, where Jesus is present with His disciples and local people. The garden is richly detailed…
Chapter 278 of Volume 4 presents Jesus teaching His apostles and disciples about forgiveness through the parable of the iniquitous servant. The setting is a garden by the lake, where Jesus…
Chapter 279 recounts a meeting in the Field of the Galileans, a location on the Mount of Olives near the road to Bethany, where Jesus convenes with the Seventy-Two disciples sent ahead of Him. The…
Chapter 280 recounts the return of the seventy-two disciples after completing their mission, highlighting their joy and fatigue as they reunite with companions such as Elias, Joseph, and Levi. The…
Chapter 281 recounts Jesus' visit to the Temple during the feast of the Tabernacles, accompanied by His male and female disciples. The chapter explores the conditions necessary to follow Jesus,…
In this chapter, Jesus addresses a priest of Israel, encouraging him to perform his sacred duties without fear, emphasizing the presence of God in the offering of incense and the significance of…
Chapter 283 presents a scene in the house at Bethany where Jesus, surrounded by apostles, disciples, and pious women, listens attentively to Syntyche as she recounts her personal encounter with Him,…
Chapter 284 recounts a brief episode following an apostolic journey near Bethany, highlighting a conversation among Jesus and His disciples about a gift from Solomon, the boatman. The dialogue…
In this chapter, Jesus requests Lazarus to accompany Him into the countryside for a private conversation, emphasizing the need for discretion and solitude. Lazarus willingly prepares a wagon to…
In this chapter, Jesus engages in a dialogue with a Greek woman, addressing the discernment of knowledge and wisdom. He emphasizes the importance of selecting eternal truths from human knowledge,…
Chapter 287 of Volume 4 narrates the journey from Ramoth to Gerasa with a merchants' caravan, highlighting the geographical and spiritual significance of the locations encountered. The text reflects…
In this chapter, Jesus arrives in Gerasa and is unexpectedly recognized by the local people due to the testimony of a man He had delivered from demonic possession. As Jesus engages with the…
Chapter 289 describes the Sabbath spent in Gerasa by Jesus and His followers, highlighting their sense of unfamiliarity and isolation in a foreign town with different languages and customs. The…
In this chapter, the narrative highlights the joyful enthusiasm of Marjiam as he experiences riding a camel and expresses a fervent desire to spread the Gospel throughout the world. His interaction…
In this chapter, Marjiam observes Jesus praying daily at the ninth hour and seeks to understand the significance of this practice. The narrative describes the setting of their journey near the…
Chapter 292 describes a moment of teaching by Jesus on the importance of prayer, emphasizing continual union with God through praise and invocation. The narrative transitions to the arrival at…
Chapter 293 recounts the discussions and miracles that occur in Bozrah following the confrontation involving two Pharisees. The narrative highlights the imparting of the gift of faith to Alexander…
Chapter 294 recounts a moment of farewell between Jesus and his followers, highlighting his blessings and personal advice to the women, including Mary Magdalene, who inquires about seeing him again.…
Chapter 295 recounts Jesus and a small group of disciples arriving in Arbela, a town previously evangelized by Philip, son of Jacob. The narrative highlights their interaction with an elderly woman…