Feast of the Presentation of the Lord (2)

Let us picture this moment in our imagination.

An old man stands in the Temple holding a baby. The child is warm and light. He has no idea who he is or what is being said about him. The old man’s hands shake a little, so he slows himself down. He holds the child carefully, …

The flickering flames of candlelight illuminate the temple, shadows dancing across the ancient stones, as Simeon takes the child into his arms. His eyes, aged by waiting, now glisten with the light of fulfillment. “Now, Master, you may let your servant go in peace, for my …