The Sacred Heart of Jesus is a central theme throughout the Bible. It is not a reference to the actual muscle tissue of His physical heart but it is a reference to Christ Himself. The heart is synonymous with the totality of the person. Christ is offering you an intimate view of the interior reality of his life, which is all love. As we celebrate the Feast of the Sacred Heart, here is a look at the explanation behind some of the features of it:
โ THE FLAMES.
The flames signify the fire of Divine love. Itโs not a fire that destroys, but is a fire that purifies. Every step we take in the spiritual life will become more purified and result in a deeper union with Jesus.
โ THE CROSS
The cross that surmounts the overall depiction of the heart signifies the throne we made for our Heavenly King. But Christ changed this throne of pain into a sign of His love.
โ CROWN OF THORNS
Unlike the arrows, the crown of thorns is reported in the gospels. But in traditional images it encircles the Sacred Heart, whereas in Scripture the crown was fixed to Jesusโ head.
โ WOUND & BLOOD
The Wound and Blood remind us the time when His side was pierced and the blood shed for us.
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https://www.ewtn.com/catholicism/seasons-and-feast-days/sacred-heart-of-jesus-14357
God Bless ๐๐
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