A Reception of The Marian Dimension in The Kenya Context
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2003
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Tangaza University College
Abstract
Mary has been controversial in religious circles and has caused many
differences among Christians. Yet the Scripture indicates in the Canticle of Mary
that "...behold, from now on will all ages call me blessed." (Lk 1:48 AB). That
Mary will be called blessed by all ages has not been realized. In Kenya, many who
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have left the catholic faith have cited Mary as one of their reasons. Due to the fact
that the Catholic Church has placed much emphasis on Mary, even going to the
extent of erecting her statue in the church, has led many to conclude that she is
worshipped. Furthermore, she has been seen as glorified more than Christ. While
this has erroneously been misinterpreted, it is true that ignorance of her through
study of scripture is evident. As a result, many have not moved from the level of
devotion 4 to a personal relationship with Mary. To enter into a personal relationship, knowing the other is important. Mary is
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a woman who lived in her own time. There,has- been Nally generations g6ne by and
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only through a revisit to .the available information on her could we appreciate Mary
as a person. This is only possible by studying the Tradition, the Holy Scripture, and
the Magisterium.
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Mary, Gift to Kenya, Marian Dimension