The Presentation of Mary

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The Mother of God was led up to God by her parents, not as a young girl, nor as a child, nor just slightly younger than that, but as a three-year old....But at that age she gave proof of discernment worthy of those capable of making sound decisions, for she was clearly seen to go forward with unspeakable joy..."

Saint Gregory Palamas, Meditation of the Day, Magnificat November 2012