Woman

 

   In John 4:21, Jesus meets a Samaritan woman at Jacob's well and tells her that true worship is not about a particular place, but about the state of one's heart and relationship with God. This was a new concept as Judaism emphasised worshipping God in the Jerusalem Temple. Jesus transcends the boundaries of race and gender, indicating that everyone has the opportunity to have an intimate relationship with God. This emphasises the nature of true worship and infinite love.

    In the Bible, women are used as a contrast to men, reflecting God's wisdom and beauty in creation. Women are also often used to represent the church, while men represent Christ. Women can also symbolise qualities of faith, piety and purity, as well as the fragility and limitations of humanity. This reminds us that even in our most vulnerable and limited times. God is still with us, ready to give us strength and courage to face the various difficulties and challenges of life.

    In John 19:25-27, while Jesus was on the cross, he entrusted his mother Mary to the care of the disciple John. This form of address emphasises the unique position and mission of Mary in the Christian faith. She is the mother and protector of all Christians. It also conveys Mary's humility and piety and her unique role in the plan of salvation. She is the mother of the Saviour's birth and a co-worker in salvation.

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