Symbols in Scripture – Linda Vogt Turner

Epiphany X: Jesus Talk — in the Dark

Man and woman in a first-century setting seated face to face on a couch with sandals removed, moon and night sky visible through a parted curtain behind them.

A night conversation in John’s Gospel raises a question readers seldom ask: Who is the Teacher of Israel — and what is he doing speaking with Jesus in the moonlight?

Epiphany IX: The Bridegroom Called Aside — Set Apart

A red-haired woman rests her hand on a stone jar as an elder, professorial-looking man lifts a glass of wine for a black man draped in saffron to taste.

At Cana, the master of the banquet tastes the wine and the bridegroom is called aside. This ninth Epiphany reflection pauses to notice that phrase — and what it reveals in Lent.

Epiphany VIII: The Anointing

A red-haired woman anoints a white man’s feet at a table while a black man seated in shadow watches.

In Bethany, Simon judges the Teacher — and the Teacher answers with a parable. As Nathan once confronted David, Simon confronts the Teacher of Israel, revealing the need for grace.

But where is Grace — who forgives her sister for anointing her Lord’s feet?

From sacred and profane music to biblical story, the Star has long guided faith, memory, and meaning. This reflection traces the Star as a sign of refuge, covenant, and divine promise, woven through Scripture from Noah and Esther to the Magi and the Holy City.

Category Archives: Symbols in Scripture

Epiphany X: Jesus Talk — in the Dark

Epiphany IX: The Bridegroom Called Aside — Set Apart

Epiphany VIII: The Anointing

Star of Wonder, Star of Night