Introduction: The Eagle and the Divinity of Christ

About this episode

Bishop Richard Williamson introduces the study of the Gospel of St. John, focusing on its unique portrayal of Christ's divinity.

Recorded in 1996. In this opening lecture, Bishop Richard Williamson lays the foundation for the study of the Gospel of St. John. He explains why St. John is symbolized by the Eagle—soaring directly to the heights of the Divinity of Christ—unlike the Synoptic Gospels (Matthew, Mark, and Luke) which focus more on His humanity.

People in this episode

Host: Bishop Richard Williamson

Topics covered

• Divinity of Christ
• Gospel of St. John
• Symbolism of the Eagle
• Humanity of Christ
• Synoptic Gospels

Keywords

• Bishop Williamson
• Gospel of St. John
• Divinity of Christ
• Eagle symbolism
• Synoptic Gospels

Mentioned in this episode

Books & works: Gospel of St. John, Synoptic Gospels

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