Eldho Augustine csc
Readings: Tob 1: 3; 2: 1a-8; Mk 12: 1-12
Today’s gospel passage presents one of the most interesting parables ever told by Jesus. It is interesting because it is both historical and predictive. Jesus covered the history of Israel from God’s perspective, just as God sees it.
And then he predicted or revealed exactly what was going to happen to Israel: they were going to reject God’s own son, and because of their rejection and cruelty, God was going to reject them by giving the kingdom of God to another group of people.
What is said throughout this passage is applicable to all people as well as to Israel. God has entrusted the vineyard of the church and of the world to us, the new nation, the new creation of God. He is generous and has provided us with everything to take care of his vineyard. It is our duty to assure growth and fruitfulness.
