tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26883902.post516575697956075564..comments2024-03-25T11:09:41.538-04:00Comments on a minor friar blog: Noli Me TangereBrother Charleshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07780326836452864455noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-26883902.post-34057585316922393992010-04-06T13:38:12.668-04:002010-04-06T13:38:12.668-04:00Father Charles - this is one of the most impactful...Father Charles - this is one of the most impactful moments of the gospel (and there are MANY). The phrase "noli me tangere" has resonated for millenia, and is of course a common subject for artists (I have an online collection of such paintings, because the subject really touches home for me). <br /><br />I think it is such a strong moment, because it speaks to the core of our human existence; when we experience joy, we all want to hold on to the moment, and make it last forever, In some cases our subliminal fear that it WON'T last forever (and of course it won't) even clouds our ability to enjoy and experience fully when good happens. St Mary Magdalen epitomises the human desire and instinct to hold onto, to possess that which cannot be possessed. We can only be a part of it, actively or passively.<br /><br />Incidently, if you haven't, go to google images and type in "Noli me Tangere" for some good stuff.Qualis Rexnoreply@blogger.com