Wednesday, February 13, 2013

Holy Water

In this last lesson we had on the 12th the concept of archetypes, particularly water, really stuck me as something interesting. Sometimes it's hard to see the connections between the old and new testament, with the exception of Isaiah 53. But this concept of Holy Waters is found in both old and new. Water is something that Christianity really uses as a symbol of cleansing. We use it for baptism, christening, and other symbolism in the Christian faith. It's so amazing to think about how water is something that is a universal need for every living thing and it also has such deep symbolism and meaning. I love this concept that something everyone needs, even those who oppose God, has so much Jesus related things to it. It's great.

1 comment:

  1. Kiersten,
    And, it's interesting to think of the importance of water in a Middle Eastern country that is short on lakes and rivers.

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