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2025
The Presentation of Jesus in the Temple: Significance and Spiritual Teaching
The Presentation of Jesus in the Temple is a key event in the childhood of Christ, recounted in the Gospel according to Saint Luke (2, 22-40). It is both a symbolic and prophetic moment that is part of Jewish tradition while announcing Jesus' messianic role. This scene highlights the Holy Family's obedience to the laws of Moses, Old Simeon's recognition of Christ and the prophecy of Anna, the prophetess. This episode is celebrated by the Church on 2 February as Candlemas.
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