Perhaps he witnessed some of the miracles that Jesus performed there. Since so much of the Lord's public ministry took place in the area around Capernaum, it is likely that the centurion saw Jesus and heard him speak on various occasions. Somehow, the centurion recognizes that a special power is at work in Jesus of Nazareth. As a "person subject to authority" (Luke 7:8), the centurion understands the use of power. One of the remarkable characteristics of the centurion's faith is his understanding of authority. We repeat them at Mass before receiving Holy Communion: "Lord, I am not worthy that you should enter under my roof, but only say the word an my soul shall be healed." The centurion's greeting made such a deep impression upon Jesus and his disciples that they were preserved in the ancient liturgy of the Church. but say the word and let my servant be healed" (Luke 7:6-7). When Jesus arrived at the house, the centurion receives him, saying, "I am not worthy to have you enter under my roof. The centurion could have gone himself, but he may have stayed behind in order to care for this servant, who was dear to him. Luke tells us that during one of Jesus' visits to Capernaum, the centurion sends some residents of the town to interceded with Jesus on behalf of the soldier's slave, who is near death. So, even though he was part of an occupying force in Galilee, it is not inconceivable that the centurion of the Gospel would have a respect and affection for the Jewish people. In gratitude, Temple priests offered sacrifices and prayers for the Emperor in Jerusalem. The Romans respected the antiquity of the Israelite culture and therefore tolerated the Jewish self - understanding which excluded the possibility of Emperor - worship. In fact, even though conquered peoples were subject to Roman law, and thus required to offer sacrifices to the Emperor as if he were a god, the Jews were exempt from this requirement. Even though the Romans were an occupying force in the Holy Land, they generally respected the customs of the various peoples who were incorporated into their Empire. The people of Capernaum describe this man one who loves the Jewish nation (Luke 7:5). Indeed, Matthew indicates that when Jesus had entered Capernaum, a centurion came to Him, pleading with Him (Matthew 8:5). Luke as having been built by a Roman centurion (see Luke 7:1-10). A: The accounts in question are found in Matthew 8:5-13 and Luke 7:1-10. Underneath, there are indications of an earlier structure, which may be all that remains of the synagogue mentioned by St. Archeologists believe that the structure dates from the fourth or fifth century. ReynoldsĬATHOLIC ONLINE (Sugar Land, TX) Amidst the ruins of Capernaum are the remains of an ancient synagogue.
Luke, Capernaum, Centurion, Servnat, healing, Holy Eucharist, Holy Communion, Intercession, St.
Keywords: Daily homily, Year of Faith, Gospel of St.
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