The Assumption of Mary: A Belief Rooted in Tradition

The Heavenly Journey of Mary’s Soul

The spiritual journey of Mary, the mother of Jesus, is a cornerstone of Christian belief, eloquently encapsulated in the words of the Douay–Rheims Bible: “And Mary said: My soul doth magnify the Lord” (Luke 1:46). This declaration is a profound testament to her sanctity and her revered place in Heaven. It is a widely held Christian conviction that Christ, in His infinite love and power, would not permit the soul of His beloved mother to experience perdition.

The Doctrine of Assumption: Tradition and Church Teaching

While the Scripture may not explicitly mention Mary’s bodily assumption into Heaven, this belief is deeply rooted in the traditions and teachings of the Catholic Church. The absence of scriptural mention is not a negation of this truth. As the Gospel of John insightfully observes, “And there are also many other things which Jesus did, which if they were written every one, the world itself, I think, would not be able to contain the books that should be written” (John 21:25). This suggests that not all actions and events were recorded in the Scriptures. Furthermore, the early Christian traditions affirm Mary’s assumption, and significantly, no historical record or tradition claims to possess her earthly remains, unlike those of saints like Peter and Paul.

The Unparalleled Significance of Mary

The relics of Mary, if they existed, would undoubtedly be of immense value, surpassing those of any other saint or apostle, given her unique relationship to Christ. The Gospel of Luke narrates a key moment of this relationship: “And Mary said to the angel: How shall this be done, because I know not man?” (Luke 1:34). This highlights her divine selection as the mother of Jesus. Moreover, Mary’s immaculate conception, free from original sin, aligns with the belief that her body would not undergo corruption after death. This is echoed in Psalm 15: “Because thou wilt not leave my soul in hell; nor wilt thou give thy holy one to see corruption” (Psalm 15:10), symbolically referring to the preservation of the holy from decay.

Divine Intent and the Church’s Affirmation

Ultimately, the assumption of Mary into Heaven aligns with the omnipotence and divine will of God. It is no more challenging for God to have assumed Mary into Heaven immediately after her death than it is to resurrect the glorified bodies of the saved at the end of times. The Catholic Church’s formal recognition and endorsement of this doctrine serve as a powerful affirmation of this sacred truth.

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