On the Tenth Sunday of Ordinary Time, Year C, the Gospel recounts the raising of the widow of Nain's son—a miracle found only in Luke. In The Mass Readings Explained, Dr. Brant Pitre walks through this Sunday's readings and shows how Jesus, greater than the prophets, holds power over death itself.
In Luke 7:11–17, moved with pity for a grieving widow, Jesus touches the bier and says, “Young man, I tell you, arise,” and the crowd concludes that a great prophet has arisen. The first reading recalls Elijah raising the son of the widow of Zarephath (1 Kings 17), Psalm 30 gives thanks to God who lifts up from the depths, and in Galatians 1 St. Paul recounts his own calling.
GOSPEL, FIRST READING & PSALM TRANSCRIPT (Subscribe or Login for Full Transcript):
The 10th Sunday in Ordinary Time for Year C continues the Church's journey through the Gospel of Luke, and it brings us to one of the miracles in the Gospel of Luke that is unique to Luke. It's only found in this gospel. That's the story of Jesus healing the widow of Nain's son—or should I say raising the widow of Nain's son. This is what the gospel says...
SECOND READING TRANSCRIPT (SubscribeorLoginfor Full Transcript):
The 10th Sunday in Ordinary Time for Year C continues the Church's exploration of Paul's letter to the Galatians. Here, it picks up in chapter 1, verses 11 to 19, giving an account of Paul's, what we might call, his apocalyptic gospel. Let's see what it says...
The Readings for the Tenth Sunday of Ordinary Time, Year C
First Reading: 1 Kings 17:17–24
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 30:2, 4–6, 11–13
Second Reading: Galatians 1:11–19
Gospel: Luke 7:11–17
Key passages & sources examined: The raising at Nain unique to Luke; the parallel with Elijah and the widow of Zarephath; “a great prophet has arisen”; Jesus' compassion and authority over death; Paul's account of his calling.
What are the Mass readings for the Tenth Sunday of Ordinary Time, Year C? 1 Kings 17:17–24; Psalm 30:2, 4–6, 11–13; Galatians 1:11–19; and the Gospel, Luke 7:11–17.
What happens at Nain in Luke 7? Jesus raises a widow's only son from death, moved with compassion for her, and the crowd proclaims that a great prophet has arisen.
How does the first reading connect? Elijah likewise raised a widow's son (1 Kings 17), a sign that foreshadows Jesus' still greater power over death.
Where is this miracle found in the Gospels? The raising of the widow of Nain's son is unique to the Gospel of Luke.
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I told him I do not know what I would do without all the knowledge I have gained from this program. Period. Dr. Grant Pitre is phenomenal and an excellent teacher.
This video series helped me to more deeply enter into Mass. Understanding the biblical and historical context brings me attention back to the altar, even when the kiddos are at their most distracting!
This supported by doctrine study illuminates a personal struggle and provides the necessary coping mechanisms to overcome adversity. Doctor Brant has an exquisite methodology of presenting the material in an informative manner that keeps you engaged in the discussion.
Love this subscription. Dr Pitre’s explanations are so understandable and helpful. Michael in customer service is always available and quickly answers any questions I might have.
