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To: Dr. Eckleburg

It also diverts attention from the finished work of Christ upon the cross to the errors of pagan philosophies, such as the cult of Cybele.

Next time you see an icon with Mary and Jesus, look at Mary's hands... They point to Jesus. Everything about Mary points to Jesus.

As a woman, I would think that Mary would be a wonderful example for you to follow, considering she was Jesus' greatest and first disciple...

Scripture says she will be called blessed by all generations. God HIMSELF says that! I find this as permission to honor and venerate Mary as often as I can.

Regards

7,639 posted on 06/02/2006 7:01:48 PM PDT by jo kus (There is nothing colder than a Christian who doesn't care for the salvation of others - St.Crysostom)

To: jo kus; wmfights; fortheDeclaration; HarleyD; Forest Keeper; blue-duncan; 1000 silverlings

Next time you see an icon with Mary and Jesus, look at Mary's hands... They point to Jesus.

I think Mary was on to something. We should all be "pointing to Jesus," and no one else.

7,642 posted on 06/02/2006 7:14:54 PM PDT by Dr. Eckleburg ("I don't think they want my respect; I think they want my submission." - Flemming Rose)

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