So many of us are familiar with Mary's visit to Elizabeth's home before their children were born. One could think about how miraculous it was that John first recognized the Christ Child even before his birth and Elizabeth was pointed toward him by her son, as was John's role.
We could also contemplate Mary as the Theotokos, the God-bearer, chosen by the Father before time, as the passage in Genesis foreshadows Mary and Christ (Gn 3:15).
Perhaps the greatest lesson that can be learned are those of love, humility, faith, and trust that Mary shows in aligning herself with God's will. These virtues are contained in Mary's Magnificat which she proclaims within today's Gospel. These virtues are not for women only, but have been attained by male and female saints alike in their following of Christ. Our Lady is our example in the New Covenant. Let us pray today that not our will, but your will be done, O Lord. Amen.
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