Was Mary Standing by a Tree? The New Eve Revealed

2025-12-20

Was Mary standing by a tree at the Annunciation? In today’s Peace on Earth reflection, Fr. Jonathan Meyer explores Luke 1:26–38 and the powerful biblical connection between the Garden of Eden, the Annunciation, and Calvary. Mary is the new Eve — where Eve disobeyed by a tree, Mary obeyed. Where Eve chose fruit that brought death, Mary chose the fruit of her womb — Jesus — who brings eternal life. This reflection invites us to see: • Mary’s “yes” as the reversal of the Fall

Was Mary standing by a tree at the Annunciation?

In today’s Peace on Earth reflection, Fr. Jonathan Meyer explores Luke 1:26–38 and the powerful biblical connection between the Garden of Eden, the Annunciation, and Calvary.

Mary is the new Eve — where Eve disobeyed by a tree, Mary obeyed.

Where Eve chose fruit that brought death, Mary chose the fruit of her womb — Jesus — who brings eternal life.

This reflection invites us to see:

• Mary’s “yes” as the reversal of the Fall

• The tree of Eden fulfilled in the tree of the Cross

• The Eucharist as the true fruit of the Tree of Life

A beautiful meditation on Scripture, symbolism, and the deep unity of God’s plan of salvation.

📖 Gospel: Luke 1:26–38

📺 Part of the Peace on Earth daily reflections

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