The Gospel as It Was Revealed to Me - Volume 5

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E.M.V. - VOLUME 5
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Work Details
Author Maria Valtorta
Visions 68 : from EMV 296 to EMV 363
Pages 526
First Italian edition
Title Il poema dell’Uomo-Dio
Publication 1956-1959
Publisher Tipografia editrice M. Pisani
First French edition translation
Title The Gospel as It Was Revealed to Me
Translator Félix Sauvage
Publication 1979
Publisher Centro Editoriale Valtortiano
Second French edition translation
Translator Yves d'Horrer
Publication December 2016
Publisher Centro Editoriale Valtortiano
ISBN 978-88-7987-267-6
Multimedia versions
Audio MP3 CD, 1st edition (1979)
Publisher Gathering In His Image
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Publisher Centro Editoriale Valtortiano

Volume 5 of The Gospel as It Was Revealed to Me (2nd edition) reports the end of the second year of the public life (EMV 296 to EMV 312) and the beginning of the third year (EMV 313 to EMV 363).

Of the 68 episodes,

  • 20 illustrate passages from the Gospel,
  • 48 refer to unpublished accounts.

Main events described[edit | edit source]

  • Events related to the Gospel : The Workers of the Eleventh Hour - The Syro-Phoenician Woman - The Lowest Place at Banquets - The Barren Fig Tree - Peter becomes leader of the Apostles - The Sign of Jonah - Jesus curses Peter - The Transfiguration - The Greatest in the Kingdom of Heaven - The Second Multiplication of the Loaves - The Bread of Heaven - Divorce - The Number of the Elect.

End of the second year of Jesus' public life[edit | edit source]

The wording of the subsections and the dating are based on personal research aimed at better understanding episode content and do not engage the publisher.
296. Entrance to Aëra and healing of the sick waiting for Him. 11
Reconstructed calendar[1] : Tuesday, October 31, 28 (25 Marhechwân or Boul 3789).
296.1 : On a rainy day, recent events are recounted. 296.2 : Jesus alludes to His death Neighbor. 296.3 : In the mud the old grumble, the young adapt. 296.4 : Why is Judas different? The usefulness of variety among beings. 296.5 : Jesus calms the Zealot about Judas’s greed. 296.6 : Peter arrives with donkeys. 296.7 : He brings news of what’s happening in Aëra. 296.8 : The crowd waits for Jesus. Multiple healings.
297. Jesus preaches at Aëra. End of the second great apostolic journey. 19
297.1 : I will leave you, Timon. Danger awaits you. 297.2 : You will be attacked spiritually. Be persistent. 297.3 : Jesus' sadness. 297.4 : Departure of Jesus with the twelve. 297.5 : Commentary from Jesus: For the meticulous doctors.
298. Assistance given to the orphans Marie and Matthias, and the teachings that follow. 23
298.1 : A dark and rainy day, Jesus heads toward a house. Jesus' instructions on visions to insert here. 298.2 : Encounter with two abandoned children. Jesus is Homeli by Jacob. 298.3 : Those who reject the Hungry children. The story of the two orphans. 298.4 : Jesus blesses old Jacob. 298.5 : The miracle of apples. Jacob’s self-interested regret. 298.6 : Departure of Jesus and question from Peter. 298.7 : There is no love of God without love of Neighbor. 298.8 : Marie’s commentary: The poor girl was instinctively drawn to Jesus. 298.9 : For her Jesus will always remain that good master, even when she knows who He is. 298.10 : There is no misery that cannot turn into wealth.
299. Orphans Marie and Matthias entrusted to Jeanne of Kouza. 32
299.1 : Departure preparations by the lake. 299.2 : Matthias and Marie are cared for, notably by Peter. 299.3 : Joyful departure in two boats. 299.4 : The children gradually gain confidence. 299.5 : Jesus promises them a new mother. 299.6 : They dock at Tiberias, at the small port of Kouza. 299.7 : A piece of advice from Jesus to Kouza. 299.8 : Kouza and Jeanne adopt the two children. A world of dreams has opened.
300. With scribes and Pharisees at Daniel's, the resurrected of Nain. 38
Matthew 15:1-11 | Mark 7:1-16
300.1 : Nain celebrates the arrival of Jesus. 300.2 : A house in celebration approaching the Weddings. 300.3 : The Pharisees investigate the hosts and Jesus. 300.4 : Then with the resurrected. 300.5 : Jesus publicly denounces their hidden intentions. 300.6 : Your Disciples transgress the commandments! 300.7 : You seem like hyenas following the trace of a stench. 300.8 : Indictment against the hypocritical Pharisees. 300.9 : What comes out of man is what defiles. Jesus departs blessing the friendly Women.
301. Parable on the foreheads of dethroned kings and explanation of the parable about impurity. 42
Matthew 15:12-20 | Mark 7:17-23 | Luke 6:39-40
301.1 : Settling in a stable. 301.2 : Dialogue of Jesus with His Apostles. Why is Jesus sad? 301.3 : The forehead of dethroned kings. 301.4 : Traditions that smother the Decalogue. 301.5 : Peter did not understand a parable. 301.6 : Speech: The importance of intention.
302. At Magdala, before sending the Apostles to Family for the Encénies. 51
302.1 : Peter’s excessive attachment to human affections. 302.2 : My severity is love. 302.3 : He confides His plan of action. 302.4 : Mission given to Thomas and Judas. 302.5 : Judas is excited about the mission Jesus entrusted to him. 302.6 : Mary Magdalene has Good sold the jewels. 302.7 : She doesn’t like the company of Judas.
303. Jesus in Nazareth at His Mother’s. 56
303.1 : On a dark December evening, in the streets of Nazareth. 303.2 : Jesus meets Mary who kept vigil waiting for Him. 303.3 : Memory of the departure to Bethlehem whose anniversary it is. 303.4 : Mary was weaving the purple given by Judas. It will be used for the Passion. 303.5 : News of John of En-Dor, Syntica and Marziam who are sleeping.
304. Jesus with John of En-Dor and Syntica in Nazareth. 61
304.1 : Early morning, joyful meeting of Jesus with Mary’s three guests. 304.2 : Marziam promises not to disobey Mary anymore. 304.3 : Jesus praises Mary. 304.4 : Mary of Alphaeus arrives with her two sons who have filial affection for the Zealot.
305. Jesus comforts Marziam with the parable of the little birds. 64
305.1 : Marziam is not in the mood to play. 305.2 : The memory of his parents who died without knowing Jesus saddens him. 305.3 : If you had not come, I would have become a wild beast. 305.4 : The parable of the little birds. 305.5 : Marziam’s parents will be saved. 305.6 : We prayed.
306. Simon the Zealot arrives at Nazareth. Lesson on the harms caused by idleness. 69
306.1 : Marziam finishes polishing two chests. 306.2 : Reasons for the Zealot’s delay. 306.3 : A package that Marziam takes for a bag. 306.4 : A lesson on idleness.
307. Discussion about the behavior of the Nazarenes and lesson on the tendency to sin despite Redemption. 72
307.1 : News is exchanged while the Women sew clothes. 307.2 : Discussion about Nazareth’s unbelief. And the role of Women Disciples. 307.3 : Speech of the Zealot about possible enemy maneuvers. 307.4 : Marziam’s intelligence. Reflections on human science. 307.5 : John of En-Dor would like to evangelize the pagans but thinks he is too old. 307.6 : The Christian “mysteries” that will accompany Redemption. 307.7 : Original Sin will be erased but The Spirit will retain a tendency to sin. 307.8 : They recite the Pater Noster before resting.
308. Healing of Simon of Alphaeus’ child. Marziam is the first of the children Disciples. 79
308.1 : On way to Cana, Jesus crosses indifferent Nazareth. 308.2 : Meeting with Salome, woman cousin of Simon. She is in tears because her child is dying. 308.3 : If you forgive your unbelieving husband, he will be healed. 308.4 : Questions of the Zealot and Marziam. 308.5 : Marziam is the first of the children Disciples.
309. Marziam’s sacrifice for the healing of a little girl. Repentance of Simon of Alphaeus. 83
309.1 : In a poor house, Jesus comforts and helps an old grandmother. 309.2 : Marziam exhorts the little orphans to have confidence based on his own experience. 309.3 : Marziam offers himself as a sacrifice for the healing of young Rachel. 309.4 : The Zealot thinks he understands why Jesus distanced Judas. 309.5 : Marziam announces the arrival of cousin Simon of Alphaeus. 309.6 : Simon confesses his anguish and remorse. 309.7 : He begs Jesus. 309.8 : Who announces the child is already healed. Silence demanded on Judas’ maneuvers. Salome’s credit.
310. In Nazareth. Jesus organizes with Peter the departure of John of En-Dor and Syntica. 89
310.1 : Peter, very joyful, is Homeli by Mary and Marziam. 310.2 : Peter gives news of his wife, Porphirea. 310.3 : Distribution of gifts of which Marziam cannot benefit because of his vow. 310.4 : Jesus shares His plan to send John of En-Dor and Syntica to Antioch with Peter alone. 310.5 : How the journey will unfold. Everything has been prepared by Jesus. 310.6 : Peter is moved with compassion for the two exiles. He will carry out his Mission well.
311. Marziam’s renunciation prompts a lesson on sacrifices made out of love. 95
311.1 : They recall last year’s Encénies. 311.2 : Where will we be for next year’s Encénies? Jesus replies with veiled prophecies. 311.3 : Marziam distributes the fouaces with honey to which he has renounced. 311.4 : The strength of sacrifice in the communion of saints. 311.5 : The future time of persecutions. Jesus carves a sheep for Marziam.
312. Jesus announces to John of En-Dor that He is sending him to Antioch. End of the second year of Jesus’ public life. 99
312.1 : Objects made by Jesus for John and Syntica. 312.2 : He goes to find John in his room. 312.3 : Dialogue of Jesus with John of En-Dor: Abandonment to God and prudence. 312.4 : A current example of prudence. 312.5 : John is freed from his antipathy toward Women. - He praises Syntica. 312.6 : But he receives his Mission announcement painfully. 312.7 : Jesus calls Mary. 312.8 : Jesus talks about His death and that of John of En-Dor. 312.9 : Mary and Marziam enter to comfort John of En-Dor. 312.10 : Syntica accepts her Mission and encourages John. 312.11 : She asks about the travel details. 312.12 : John of En-Dor gives rolls to Marziam. 312.13 : An old Good bowed approaches the workbench. 312.14 : The Work is for the simple and the small.

Beginning of the third year of Jesus’ public life[edit | edit source]

Jesus' movements in the 1st quarter
The wording of the subsections and the dating are based on personal research aimed at better understanding episode content and do not engage the publisher.
313. Preparations for departure from Nazareth after the visit of Simon of Alphaeus, and his Family. In this third year, Jesus will be the Just One. 112
Reconstructed calendar[1] : Monday, December 11, 28 (8 Tebeth 3789).
313.1 : Joy of the Apostles in the garden of Nazareth with Marziam. 313.2 : Arrival of Simon of Alphaeus with his Family. 313.3 : Do you really know who Judas is? 313.4 : Cousin Simon will have no privileges. 313.5 : Noisy arrival of Peter with Porphirea. 313.6 : Peter explains his subterfuge. 313.7 : Jesus' plan revealed to the Apostles. 313.8 : The itinerary they must follow. 313.9 : Third year of public life. Hardness of Israel’s Heart. 313.10 : These harsh words are not for you. Let’s comfort our friends.

The Disciples' journey to Antioch[edit | edit source]

Reconstructed calendar[1] : Monday, December 11, 28 (8 Tebeth 3789).
314. Dinner in the Nazareth house and the painful departure. 122
314.1 : The dinner takes place in a heavy atmosphere. 314.2 : Mary of Alphaeus invites John of En-Dor to at least eat something. 314.3 : She returns unsuccessfully with a dish he loves: baked pears. 314.4 : But Mary prepared them! 314.5 : The Virgin Mary recommends John of En-Dor to Peter and Syntica who receives His balm. 314.6 : Syntica cheers up John of En-Dor who thanks her. 314.7 : A heart-wrenching goodbye of the two exiles blessed by Jesus. 314.8 : Jesus lays hands on Syntica who dedicates herself to Him, then John. Mary kisses both. 314.9 : Swift and silent departure.
315. Journey to Jiphthahel and John of En-Dor’s reflections. 130
315.1 : Discussion on the route to take. 315.2 : Peter offers his cloak to John of En-Dor chilled by cold. 315.3 : Reflections on the donkey. 315.4 : The steep shortcut access to Jiphthahel. 315.5 : John of En-Dor, who has understood everything, forgives Judas. 315.6 : Setting up for the night at an inn on Jiphthahel’s heights.
316. Jesus' blessing to John of En-Dor and Syntica. 135
316.1 : Difficult descent next day. 316.2 : Jesus gets on the cart with John of En-Dor and Syntica. 316.3 : My children, I thank you for all the joy you gave me. 316.4 : The Mission in Asia Minor. Pray for Me. 316.5 : Jesus’ Kiss of blessing and His hasty departure. 316.6 : Concerns and sadness.
317. Jesus' isolation and prayer for Judas Iscariot's salvation. 140
317.1 : Jesus enters a cave. 317.2 : The cave of Jiphthahel. 317.3 : Jesus’ tears and sadness. 317.4 : Father, You are becoming stricter with Your Son. 317.5 : Jesus' prayer for Judas’ salvation. 317.6 : Heaven remains closed and silent!...
318. Boat trip of the eight Disciples with John of En-Dor and Syntica. 146
318.1 : The maritime city of Ptolemais under a December sky. 318.2 : The group heads to the port. 318.3 : Final bargaining with the ferryman. 318.4 : They row over a calm sea then under heavy rain. 318.5 : From the coast, someone advises them to take shelter immediately. 318.6 : A lull follows the bad weather, reward for their faithfulness to Jesus' orders. 318.7 : John sings an improvised hymn to Mary and they arrive safely at Tyre.
319. Departure from Tyre on Nicomedes the Cretan’s ship. 154
319.1 : Peter and James wake up in the boat. 319.2 : A boatman points out Nicodemus’ boat and talks of his reputation. 319.3 : Arrival of other group members. 319.4 : Peter evangelizes the boatman subtly. 319.5 : Praise of Peter by his companions. 319.6 : Lazarus’ letter allows boarding.
320. Wonders on the ship in a sea storm. 159
320.1 : The ship tossed on a raging sea. 320.2 : Peter joins Nicodemus on the deck. 320.3 : Peter takes charge of a seriously wounded sailor. 320.4 : Syntica treats him with Mary’s ointment. 320.5 : Sacrifice to Venus has no effect. 320.6 : Turning to Mary calms the storm. 320.7 : The sailor will be returned healthy to the astonished Nicomedes.
321. Landing at Salteucia and Nicomedes’ blessing. 165
321.1 : John of En-Dor and Demetes the sailor sitting on deck. 321.2 : Nicomedes thanks the gods of Olympus for Demetes’ healing, shocking the Apostles. 321.3 : He praises Roman superiority which hurts Syntica, the Greek, who strongly reacts. 321.4 : The invitation to spend the night on board is declined. 321.5 : Syntica comforts John of En-Dor reminding him of the Mission awaiting them. 321.6 : Peter’s blessing to Nicomedes.
322. Departure from Salteucia by cart and arrival in Antioch. 170
322.1 : An old innkeeper provides cart and horse. 322.2 : Peter shows misguided love of Neighbor and recognizes it. 322.3 : How to leave the two poor souls? 323.4 : Departure from Salteucia. The roughness of the road. The Good to do. 322.5 : What is Jesus doing? Jude removes a false remorse of John of En-Dor. 322.6 : Entry into the city of Antioch. 322.7 : Home of steward Philip.
323. The visit to Antigonée (Antigonea). 177
323.1 : Philip organizes the trip to Antigonée. 323.2 : He praises all the happiness one can find there. 323.3 : John of En-Dor will meet urgent needs there. 323.4 : The Apostles debate every raised question: what becomes of Jesus, where John of En-Dor will celebrate Passover, when and how they will return, etc. 323.5 : Departure for Antigonée led by Tolmai. 323.6 : Arrival in Lazarus’ gardens. 323.7 : Tolmai introduces the two envoys and the Apostles. 323.8 : Hermione, his daughter-in-law, has mixed blood flaw. Apostle John Homeles her in the Lord’s Family. 323.9 : Continuation of introductions emphasizing each one's origin. 323.10 : Visit of the premises. John of En-Dor and Syntica already feel at home.
324. Speeches of the eight Apostles before leaving Antioch. Blessing to John of En-Dor and Syntica. 186
324.1 : Speech of Peter: Wise is not holy, the promised Messiah. 324.2 : Speech of the Zealot: Let us rejoice. Jesus healed him twice. 324.3 : Speech of James of Alphaeus: Jesus, the incarnate Word. 324.4 : Speech of Andrew the Apostle: His desire for the Messiah, witness of Jesus’ Baptism. 324.5 : Speech of Matthew: Story of his conversion. 324.6 : Speech of James of Zebedee the Apostle: Eager to see Jesus again. Synthesis of previous speeches. 324.7 : Speech of Jude: Chastity. Humility and kindness of Jesus. 324.8 : Speech of John: Jesus, Light melted in Love. Call to conversion. 324.9 : John of En-Dor will not speak now. 324.10 : At the hour of blessings, Peter blesses John of En-Dor and Syntica. 324.11 : Commentary of Jesus: Jude’s still embryonic faith.
325. The eight Apostles meet Jesus near Aczib. 199
325.1 : A serene panorama (Judea) and a weary man. 325.2 : Jesus quickly descends to meet His own. 325.3 : Peter and Jesus have suffered much. 325.4 : Jesus explains what He did in the cave and for whom. 325.5 : Around the meal, the Mission to Antioch is summarized. 325.6 : It has served you more than a whole year of teaching. 325.7 : Detailed account of returning from Antioch. 325.8 : Do not speak to others about it yet. 325.9 : Miracles happened through the faith with which John and Syntica invoked Mary’s Name.
326. A stay at Aczib. 208
326.1 : Departure of Peter and the Zealot. 326.2 : Harmony prevailed among the eight, but Jude attacks Judas. 326.3 : Jesus was able to drink milk from a providential goat. He shows where He slept.

Apostolate in Phoenicia and Upper Galilee[edit | edit source]

Reconstructed calendar[1] : Monday, January 8, 29 (7 Shebat 3789).
327. At the borders of Phoenicia. Speech on equality of peoples and parable of the Leaven. 203
Matthew 13:33 | Luke 13:20-21
327.1 : Stop at a smithy near a bridge. 327.2 : Questions asked about unions with foreigners. 327.3 : All are children of God. 327.4 : No idolatrous, pagan or atheist is completely devoid of a trace of origin. 327.5 : Give some of your Leaven to awaken the spiritual dough. 327.6 : Crowd’s astonishment.
328. At Alexandroscene, at Hermione’s brothers’. 216
328.1 : Toward Alexandroscene by a steep mountain road. 328.2 : Searching for Hermione’s brothers. 328.3 : They wander in a foreign Roman garrison town. 328.4 : Arrival at the warehouses of the three brothers who Homel them. 328.5 : News of Hermione. Jesus is the Messiah. 328.6 : Jesus will speak tomorrow.
329. At the Alexandroscene market. The Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard. The soldier Aquila (Workers of the Eleventh Hour). 221
Matthew 20:1-16
329.1 : Jesus mingles with the crowd who knows Him by reputation. 329.2 : What Jesus is for the cosmopolitan crowd. 329.3 : Dialogue between two soldiers on Rome's expected attitude. 329.4 : Healing of Mark, the Confessiongle Hebrew, then of Jonah, a lame bastard. 329.5 : The crowd’s unrest attracts the Romans. Stay to protect Him. 329.6 : Arrival of a popular veteran, Aquila the rorier. 329.7 : The Time of Grace has come for all, not only Israel, but the whole world. 329.8 : I am not an usurper. Moral law exists under every heaven, in every religion, in every upright Heart. 329.9 : Wisdom is to want God, love God, cultivate The Spirit, strive for God’s Kingdom by renouncing all that is flesh, world and Satan. 329.10 : Love the Neighbor as we want to be loved The Ten Commandments. 329.11 : Parable of the Workers of the Eleventh Hour. 329.12 : The first shall be last. 329.13 : The crowd comes to blows. Soldiers intervene. Aquila defends Jesus before the centurion who drives Him away. 329.14 : Jesus reassures the three saddened brothers. 329.15 : Soldiers comment. Aquila expresses sympathy to Jesus. Forced departure of apostolic group.
330. James and John become "sons of thunder". Toward Aczib with shepherd Hanne. 236
Mark 3:17b.
330.1 : The Apostles are discouraged. 330.2 : James and John are tempted by violence. 330.3 : Jesus, saddened by their attitude, nicknames them "sons of Thunder." 330.4 : He sends to fetch milk from a shepherd who wants to speak to Him. 330.5 : He learns a Woman in tears is looking for Him. 330.6 : Jesus blesses the flocks of shepherd Hanne, the healthy and the sick. 330.7 : Pharisees spread rumor that Jesus' Disciples abandoned Him because He is a demon. 330.8 : They walk toward Kedesh with concern. 330.9 : They are Homelis, at the border, in the Family of old Jonas who wanted to see Jesus.
331. The Faith of the Canaanite woman and other conquests. Arrival at Aczib. 243
Matthew 15:21-28 | Mark 7:24-30
331.4 : The Woman begs Jesus for her sick daughter, but Jesus passes by without answering. 331.5 : The Apostles don’t understand Jesus’ attitude and ask Him to chase away the Woman who follows them crying. 331.6 : Jesus harshly speaks to the Woman comparing her to a dog. 331.7 : Healing of the Canaanite woman's daughter. 331.8 : Hanne’s sheep are healed from a distance. 331.9 : They walk to meet the Woman seeking Jesus for days. 331.10 : Healing of the daughter paralyzed in the spine. 331.11 : The mother recounts all her journeys until Jesus. 331.12 : Esther’s faith, a Hebrew Woman married to Titus, a Roman. 331.13 : She introduces her exemplary Family. 331.14 : Jesus draws lessons from all these acts of faith that challenged the Apostles’ prejudices.
332. The states of Soul of Bartholomew who, with Philip, joins the Master. 256
332.1 : Arrival of Bartholomew and Philip. 332.2 : Bartholomew’s long complaint who has understood. Your growth is slow work. 332.3 : Had you left, you would never have had the key to the mystery. 332.4 : How Bartholomew knew the Sanhedrin was aware. It is a punishment to be far from you. 332.5 : A little rest before setting out.
333. On the way to Sycaminon with the ten Apostles. 261
333.1 : Peter’s frankness who does not hide his feelings but corrects himself. 333.2 : Discussion to interpret damage from late hail: natural phenomena or punishment from Heaven? 333.3 : Near Ptolemais, Jesus invites John to look at the Great Sea He loves so much.
334. Thomas and Judas Iscariot finally join the group of Apostles. 264
334.1 : Apostle Philip finds these colleagues have changed since last time. 334.2 : Jesus must be protected. There are now Disciples and Apostles. 334.3 : John responds summarizing a speech of Jesus on three phases of divine judgment. 334.4 : Why John so well understands Jesus’ teachings. 334.5 : Arrival of Thomas and Judas. Thomas’ report. 334.6 : Judas’ report. 334.7 : Invitation of Ishmael Ben Fabi. Jesus will go despite Judas’ opposing opinion. 334.8 : He confuses Judas regarding his practice of necromancy. The group splits in two.
335. Ishmael Ben Fabi’s false friendship and healing of a dropsical man on a Sabbath day. 150
Luke 14:1-24
335.1 : They can’t find the Pharisee’s house. 335.2 : A Woman Homeles them. 335.3 : She asks for healing for her dropsical husband. 335.4 : She warns Jesus about Ishmael. 335.5 : Her husband will be healed if he comes to Ishmael. 335.6 : Jesus is led to Pharisee Ishmael who Homeles Him. 335.7 : To Eleazar: My Kingdom is not earthly. 335.8 : Arrival of five ceremonious Pharisees. 335.9 : Discussion on Law’s integrity. 335.10 : Several boast of being merciful. 335.11 : Eleazar presents a Conscience case. Ishmael disagrees with Jesus. 335.12 : Arrival of the dropsical husband. 335.13 : Chanania is uncompromising except for his interests. Jesus heals the dropsical man on a Sabbath. 335.14 : Ishmael caught in his contradictions. The two abandoned orphans. 335.15 : Call to humility and conversion. 335.16 : Ishmael, do not hate me because I heal you. 335.17 : Commentary on the parable of the Banquet.
336. In Nazareth with four Apostles. Thomas’ love for the Virgin Mary. 288
336.1 : Instructions for the Work. 336.2 : Jesus splits the group of Apostles in two. 336.3 : Jesus' dialogue with Judas about John of En-Dor. Jesus defends Thomas who loved John the disciple and rebukes Judas. 336.4 : Thomas praises Mary. 336.5 : Sweet conversation between Jesus and Mary.
337. Sabbath in Chorazin. Parables on hardened Hearts, and healing of a bent Woman. 293
Luke 13:10-17
337.1 : Jesus is invited to speak in Chorazin’s synagogue on a Sabbath day. 337.2 : Commentary on 2 Samuel 24:22 applied to the unbelief of the synagogue leader and four notables. 337.3 : Parable of the soft resin: inveterate unbelief. 337.4 : Comments: you are impossible to work with. 337.5 : Healing of the bent Woman on a Sabbath day. 337.6 : Hypocrisy of the leader and notables.
338. Judas loses power to perform miracles. The parable of the good cultivator (the barren fig tree). 298
Luke 13:6-9
338.1 : The Apostles helped Jacob, the unrepentant egoist, but could not heal him. 338.2 : The miracles done by the Apostles, except Judas. 338.3 : Praise of Marziam who has grown and other miracles. 338.4 : News of the Women Disciples and Lazarus. What Jesus has done. 338.5 : The people of Chorazin have not improved. 338.6 : This inspires the parable of the barren fig tree. 338.7 : What became of the fig tree? It was cut down. 338.8 : Jesus cannot obtain Judas’ repentance. 338.9 : Judas refuses to go with Jesus.
339. On the way to Meiron. Judas’ night of sin. 306
339.1 : The Apostles wonder: where are we going? 339.2 : Jesus was weeping. Because of Judas who is strange? 339.3 : He is not at the meeting. With Bartholomew: "more than death, He (Jesus) suffered your hatred". 339.4 : On the way: Jesus’ spirit is preoccupied. 339.5 : Judas catches up with the group. He brazenly lies but Jesus is not fooled and makes it clear. 339.6 : We will go to the tombs of Israel’s righteous.
340. Judas' repentance and conflict with rabbis on Hillel’s tomb. 312
340.1 : Judas, as penance, offers a gift to Jesus. 340.2 : You will have to become the disciple you once were. 340.3 : The greatest sin is despairing of divine mercy. 340.4 : There is not true repentance in you. 340.5 : Jesus knows everything about him. 340.6 : The Apostles think so too with the Master. 340.7 : The passage through Giscala is very noted. 340.8 : At Hillel's tomb, Jesus is stoned away. 340.9 : Speech: You will not stop the Messiah.
341. Jesus’ wounded hand. Healing of a deaf-mute at the Syro-Phoenician border. 320
Mark 7:31-37
341.1 : Comments on yesterday’s attempted stoning. 341.2 : Judas will report the assault. 341.3 : Jesus’ wound forces a stop. 341.4 : A Woman offers hospitality to all. 341.5 : Arrival of the husband and children. Jesus is recognized. 341.6 : He heals a deaf-mute and other sick.
342. Jesus in Kedesh. Sign requested by Pharisees and prophecy of Habakkuk. 325
Matthew 16:1-4 | Mark 8:11-13 | Luke 12:54-56
342.1 : Arrival in the refuge city and description. 342.2 : On the main square, hostile Sanhedrists await them. 342.3 : Unperturbed, Jesus starts speaking about the human Soul. 342.4 : The Messiah is here as announced by Habakkuk. He will triumph in the end. 342.5 : Matthias invites Jesus to continue teaching in his synagogue. 342.6 : Adversaries ask for a sign. Jesus gives His wounded hand as sign. 342.7 : Matthias defends Jesus who announces the sign of Jonah will be given. He departs. 342.8 : The crowd joins Jesus at the inn and wants to hear Him again. 342.9 : Jesus, Refuge of sinners. Pride of unbelievers. The sign will be given. 342.10 : Jesus recites Habakkuk’s prayer with the crowd. 342.11 : He forgives Judas his indiscretion, cause of these troubles.

Apostolate in the Tetrarchy of Philip[edit | edit source]

343. The Pharisees’ Leaven. Opinions about the Son of Man. Peter’s primacy. 336
Reconstructed calendar[1] : Wednesday, February 7, 29 (7 Adar I 3789).
Matthew 16:5-20 | Mark 8:14-21 | Mark 8:27-30 | Luke 9:18-27
343.1 : Arrival at the Jordan which must be crossed by boat. 343.2 : Beware of the Pharisees’ Leaven. 343.3 : What is the sign requested by Pharisees? 343.4 : What do people think of Jesus? 343.5 : Peter’s confession and establishment of his primacy. 343.6 : Peter bursts into tears. 343.7 : Do not tell anyone what the Christ is.
344. Meeting with the Disciples in Caesarea Philippi and explanation of the sign of Jonah. 343
Matthew 12:38-42 | Mark 8:11-13 | Luke 11:29-32
344.1 : Description of the city itself. 344.2 : A voluble servant is asked where the Disciples’ usual house is. 344.3 : They amuse themselves with the servant’s loquacity. 344.4 : At the Jordan spring, meeting with Isaac and his companions. 344.5 : Return to Benjamin and Anne’s house. The confused servant recognizes Jesus. 344.6 : Jesus explains the sign of Jonah. 344.7 : The children express their faith in Jesus with their words. 344.8 : Jesus prepares the Neighbor departure for Jerusalem.
345. Miracle at the castle of Caesarea Paneas. 351
345.1 : Toward the castle and citadel. 345.2 : Old Benjamin shows the places. Beauty of the panorama (Judea). 345.3 : The lament of a young woman in labor. 345.4 : Dorcas gives Jesus the stillborn child she did not want to part with. 345.5 : Jesus heals the child by breath of His mouth. Departure.
346. First announcement of the Passion, and reproach to Simon Peter. 355
Matthew 16:21-28 | Mark 8:31-9:1 | Luke 9:21-27
346.1 : The flowery plain evokes Nazareth’s garden. 346.2 : The Apostles enamored of the Virgin Mary. 346.3 : She will be better known when she is martyred with him who was born of her. 346.4 : Israel’s hand will not rise against you. "Do you believe that, Jude? You are mistaken" 346.5 : People are for or against Jude’s assertion. Jesus announces His death and resurrection. 346.6 : Peter rebels. “Get behind me, Satan!” 346.7 : Andrew the Apostle pleads in defense of mortified Peter. 346.8 : He fetches his brother who no longer dares show himself before Jesus. 346.9 : Peter reconciles with Jesus who explains why: Take up your cross to follow Me. 346.10 : Some here will not taste death before seeing the Kingdom of God established.
347. At Bethsaida. Prophecy on the martyrdom of Marziam and the Apostles. Healing of a leper. 366
Mark 8:22-26
347.1 : The Apostles, approaching Bethsaida, hurry joyfully. 347.2 : Marziam comes down a mountain. 347.3 : Joyful embraces with Peter, Jesus and others. 347.4 : Jesus predicts the martyrdom of Marziam, Peter and all the Apostles except one. 347.5 : Meeting with a leper and his believing Family. 347.6 : Progressive healing of the leper.

The Transfiguration and the Bread of Heaven[edit | edit source]

Reconstructed calendar[1] : Sunday, February 11, 29 (11 Adar I 3789).
348. Manaen gives information on Herod Antipas and accompanies Jesus from Capernaum to Nazareth. Jesus reveals the Virgin’s Transfigurations. 370
Matthew 14:1-2 | Mark 6:14-18 | Luke 9:7-9
348.1 : Warm home of Capernaum’s children. 348.2 : Arrival of Manaen. 348.3 : Herod’s court trembles with fear. Jesus asks Manaen to protect the Women. 348.4 : Healings, meal and arrival in Magdala. 348.5 : Joyful walk under a clear sky. 348.6 : Gifts for Mary. 348.7 : Entry into Nazareth. Warm home of Mary. 348.8 : Jesus distributes the pilgrims. 348.9 : He will unveil His Mother’s Soul. 348.10 : The eternal beauty of her Soul. The perfect creature. 348.11 : The mystery of the Annunciation. 348.12 : The King can reveal the secrets of the King. 348.13 : The program for the next day.
349. The Transfiguration on Mount Tabor. Healing of the epileptic at the foot of the mount. Commentary on Souls of predilection. 384
Matthew 17:1-18 | Mark 9:2-27 | Luke 9:28-42
349.1 : On the way to the mountain. 349.2 : Jesus climbs with Peter, James and John. 349.3 : Jesus’ instructions on the episode’s chronology. 349.4 : Panorama (Judea). 349.5 : Jesus prays and the three doze. 349.6 : Jesus is transfigured. 349.7 : Moses, Elijah and the Father’s voice. 349.8 : You will share my glory. The return of Elijah. 349.9 : Peter expresses his reaction to the vision. 349.10 : No one was able to deliver a possessed person. 349.11 : Father’s insistent request. 349.12 : Lord, increase my faith. 349.13 : Healing of the child. 349.14 : Jesus’ instructions for the episode. 349.15 : Comments on Souls of predilection.
350. Instructions to the Disciples on the power to overcome demons. 383
Matthew 17:19-21 | Mark 9:28-29
350.1 : The impotence of Jewish exorcists. 350.2 : The child was sick, not possessed. 350.3 : Importance of fasting and prayer. 350.4 : Instructions for the ascent to Jerusalem.
351. Tribute paid at the Temple by the stater found in the fish’s mouth. 400
Matthew 17:23-26
351.1 : Judas complains about having no money left. Thomas relies on Providence … like Jesus. 351.2 : The Apostles land. 351.3 : Peter, left alone, is approached by two Temple collectors. 351.4 : Jesus reads Peter’s thoughts and sends him fishing. 351.5 : Peter finds the stater in the fish’s mouth. 351.6 : He tells the mocking delivery to the two collectors in the Presence of Eli the Pharisee.
352. A sinner converted by Mary Magdalene. Little Benjamin. Instructions on “the greatest” and “the little ones,” models not to scandalize. 404
Matthew 18:1-10 | Mark 9:33-48 | Luke 9:46-50
352.1 : Return to the healing of a sinner. 352.2 : Mary Magdalene is his redeemer. 353.3 : Meeting with many Disciples. 352.4 : Jesus’ instruction. 352.5 : Discussion on each one’s merits. 352.6 : A child joins Jesus, asks Him for a parable. 352.7 : Parable of the shepherd and faithful lamb. 352.8 : It concerns Jesus and little Benjamin. 352.9 : Be like this child. 352.10 : The catch was abundant. 352.11 : Human curiosities. 352.12 : Have a child’s Soul. 352.13 : Beware of scandalizing one of these little ones. 352.14 : The only enemy is Satan. 352.15 : Someone was casting out demons in Jesus’ name. 352.16 : Whoever is not Against Me is with Me. 352.17 : Insertion of the following passage. 352.18 : Benjamin remained faithful until death.
353. The second multiplication of the loaves and the miracle of the multiplication of the Word. 420
Matthew 15:29-39 | Mark 8:1-10
353.1 : Jesus concludes His miracles: do not misuse the gift of restored health. 353.2 : Jesus pities the crowd, but only seven loaves and some fish remain. 353.3 : Multiplication of loaves and fish. Each group of fifty receives abundantly. 353.4 : Multiplication of the meaning of the Word for each one. 353.5 : God knows no limits.
354. Discourse on the Bread of Heaven, in Capernaum’s synagogue, and defection of many Disciples. 424
John 6:22-71
354.1 : Preliminary indication. 354.2 : People look for Jesus. 354.3 : Discourse of Stephen, the disciple must also suffer. 354.4 : Stephen and Hermas talk about Gamaliel and Jesus. 354.5 : Jesus praises Stephen. 354.6 : You seek me not to hear me but for this bread I gave you. 354.7 : Do not be content with material food. 354.8 : Feed on the Law and the Prophets. 354.9 : Discourse, what manna teaches. 354.10 : Lord, give us this bread. 354.11 : I am the Bread of life. 354.12 : Jesus’ divine origin. 354.13 : Whoever believes in me has eternal life. 354.14 : My flesh is food and my blood is drink. 354.15 : Many Disciples defect. 354.16 : The Apostles testify their loyalty to Jesus, but one of them is a demon.
355. The new disciple Nicolaï of Antioch and the second announcement of the Passion. 439
Matthew 17:22-23 | Mark 9:30-32 | Luke 9:43b-45
355.1 : Jesus is on the terrace, thoughtful and worried. 355.2 : Little David comes to console Him. 355.3 : Then Jair does so. 355.4 : Jair’s daughter brings Jesus to the synagogue. 355.5 : There, Jesus forgives the deserter Disciples still present. 355.6 : He receives Nicolaï, who believes in Him, as disciple. 355.7 : And announces His death and resurrection. 355.8 : Jesus invites Judas to join those who abandon Him. Nicolaï compared to Judas. Peter comforts Jesus.
356. On the way to Gadara. Judas’ heresies and John’s renunciations, who only wants love. 447
356.1 : Dispute between Peter and a lying Judas. 356.2 : Judas strikes again, Apostles are offended. Peter does not take it as teasing. 356.3 : The sulfur springs of the Yarmouk evoke the gates of hell. 356.4 : For Judas neither hell nor Satan exist. 356.5 : Jesus to Judas: Satan is one with you. 356.6 : Entry into the city. Judas complains. John offers himself for Judas’ salvation. 356.7 : Gadara has kept the first fruits of the faith sown by the Apostles. Many healings.
357. John and Judas Iscariot's faults. Pharisees and the question of divorce. 453
Matthew 19:1-12 | Mark 10:1-2
357.1 : The starry sky vision of Gadara. 357.2 : Jesus and John pray facing the stars. 357.3 : Their dialogue. 357.4 : John can say what he knows about Judas. 357.5 : Judas steals money from the poor. 357.6 : He practices necromancy. 357.7 : Satan does not harm the Johns. 357.8 : Jesus is denounced as seditious. 357.9 : Pharisees insist on interrogating Him. 357.10 : Divorce is not permitted. 357.11 : Marriage indissolubility. 357.12 : Different forms of celibacy.
358. At Pella. Young Jaias and mother of Mark of Josias. 465
358.1 : Behavior of lepers on the road from Gadara to Pella. 358.2 : Helios, the violent leper of Petra. 358.3 : He mistreats and abandons a leper child. 358.4 : Jesus, incognito, takes him with Him. 358.5 : This young Jaias is well known in Pella where they arrive. 358.6 : Mark of Josias’ mother, the possessed one from Gerasa is there and seeks Jesus. 358.7 : Jesus withdraws with her. She tells Him about her son’s relapse. 358.8 : Your suffering will be fruitful. Mothers’ pain can To Save their children. 358.9 : Visit to Jaias' mother, also a leper. 358.10 : Departure. Healing of child and mother.
359. In Matthias’ hut near Jabesh Gilead. 475
359.1 : Chased from Jabesh Gilead, in cold rain, they seek shelter. 339.2 : The Apostles grumble or sulk. Judas reproaches Jesus. 339.3 : From high in a tree, as Jesus requested, John discovers a hut. 339.4 : They are Homelis in a humble cabin. 359.5 : Matthias tells his story of a healed leper. 359.6 : He serves the little he has to his chilled guests. 359.7 : At dawn, unexpected visit of those from Pella and Jabesh. 359.8 : Who want Jesus to return to their homes. They will see Him in Jerusalem. 359.9 : Jesus speaks to Matthias about people’s lack of understanding and leaves Him the Almsgivings upon departing.
360. The Apostles’ bad mood and rest in a cave. Meeting with Rose of Jericho. 484
360.1 : Difficult march through a flooded plain. 360.2 : Apostles’ bad mood and tense atmosphere. 360.3 : A traveler hostile to Jesus whom the Disciples rightly leave flees for fear of Him. 360.4 : The Apostles try to comfort the misunderstood Master. A cave will be a last resort. 360.5 : Discovery of a first refuge. 360.6 : Of another better arranged by shepherds. 360.7 : Jesus guards the fire all night warming the sleeping Apostles. 360.8 : The Zealot tries to comfort Jesus. 360.9 : John, awakened, finishes comforting Jesus who suffers in His humanity. 360.10 : They resume travel. 360.11 : Discovery of a leprous woman wounded in the head. 360.12 : The Zealot and Jesus help her. 360.13 : Rose of Jericho tells her story. 360.14 : Jesus heals her. The Zealot will lead her to Elise. 360.15 : Jesus causes a turnaround in Judas. 360.16 : Jesus’ instructions for ordering the episodes.
361. Two grafts that will transform the Apostles. Mary of Magdala warns Jesus of a danger. Miracle on the flooded Jordan. 499
361.1 : Maria Valtorta’s commentary: When and how she writes. 361.2 : Awful weather on a gloomy day. 361.3 : Apostles’ bad mood persists. 361.4 : Sharp quarrel between Peter and Judas. 361.5 : Jesus speaks to John about what will happen at the Passion and Pentecost. 361.6 : Looking for a cabin for the night. 361.7 : Searching for a boat to cross the flooded Jordan. 361.8 : Mary Magdalene comes to warn Jesus of a danger. 361.9 : Jesus agrees to make a detour. 361.10 : At dawn, someone fearfully agrees to lend boats. 361.11 : Boats cut the current effortlessly. 361.12 : The boat owner’s act of faith.
362. Mission and destiny of the "Voice of God". Meeting of Jesus with His Mother and The Women Disciples. 510
362.1 : Discussion on the route and previous passage of Thomas and Judas. 362.2 : The Creation of the world and the Creation of God’s Kingdom on earth. 362.3 : The future Church, its artisans and the "Voice of God". 362.4 : Secrets of the Sealed Book and those to whom they will be revealed. 362.5 : The heavenly Book will be known to all on the last day. 362.6 : Arrival of the Women’s carriage! 362.7 : Manaen and Jeanne reassure the Apostles on the situation in Jerusalem. 362.8 : Let’s go to Jerusalem. Rose of Jericho sent to Elise. 362.9 : Marziam, the writer of Jesus’ words.
363. At Ramah (Judea), at Thomas’ sister’s house. Speech on the narrow gate and warnings to Jerusalem. 517
Matthew 7:13-14 | Luke 13:23-35.
363.1 : Jesus will stay at Thomas’ sister’s who goes ahead with Marziam. And Manaen in Bethany. 363.2 : Thomas’ home and a joyful brood. 363.3 : Thomas’ father’s home. Exchange of blessings. 363.4 : Visit of the family garden. The wine will be used for Neighbor’s Passover. 363.5 : Thomas gathers a crowd for Jesus. Will they all be saved? 363.6 : Holiness is better than minimal faith. 363.7 : Enter through the narrow gate. 363.8 : Arrival of Pharisees: Do not go to Jerusalem, beware of snakes in your Disciples. 363.9 : Herod is looking for you. Go tell this fox… 363.10 : Jerusalem, you who kill your prophets and stone those sent to you…

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  1. ↑ 1.0 1.1 1.2 1.3 1.4 1.5 Investigation on the Dating of the Life of Jesus

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