1 - Omelia del mattino · don Massimiliano Lo Chirco

Vangelo e Omelia, 09 Marzo 2026

·11 min·1 clip

Jesus declares no prophet is accepted in his own country, leading to an angry mob trying to throw him off a mountain.

The episode opens with a reading from the Gospel of Luke, describing Jesus speaking in the synagogue in Nazareth and being rejected by the people, who try to throw him off a mountain. The speaker then references the prophet Elisha and the story of Naaman the Syrian from the Old Testament. Naaman is a commander who is healed of leprosy after obeying the prophet's command to wash in the Jordan River seven times. The homily explores the meaning of Naaman's name, which relates to beauty, and uses his story to discuss the concept of inner beauty versus external aging. It reflects on how time leaves physical signs like wrinkles and white hair, but God creates an inner wonder that grows more beautiful. The speaker connects this to the Christian path, noting that following Jesus involves enduring difficulties and practicing faith, as seen in Naaman's repeated immersions. The homily also touches on themes of prophecy, rejection, and the importance of welcoming God's word. It concludes with an exhortation to not let the Lord pass by unnoticed, but to seek healing and guard the inner beauty given by Jesus Christ. The format is a solo homily delivered in a reflective, educational tone, weaving together scripture and personal application without guests or debate.

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