THE BEADS OF MARY
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2024-01-01
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UNIVERSIDAD LA SALLE
Abstract
The book presents a creative narrative centered on Mary and the human and family context surrounding the life of her son, Yeshua. The work combines elements of science fiction with events situated in the historical and geographical setting of Palestine approximately two thousand years ago. Its 150 chapters develop the story progressively, beginning with Mary’s youth and continuing through her engagement and marriage to Joseph, ultimately reaching the resurrection of Yeshua.
The narrative explores Mary’s childhood and adolescence in Nazareth, describing family life, agricultural activities, community traditions, religious practices, and the social conditions of the period. It also presents her relationship with Joseph and the circumstances surrounding her encounter with the Angel Gabriel, an event that becomes central to the development of the story and to the birth of Yeshua.
Throughout the book, the life of Yeshua is presented in connection with his family, education, religious formation, relationships, travels, and ministry. The narrative incorporates places and historical contexts such as Nazareth, Bethlehem, Egypt, Jerusalem, and Canaan, while referring to Jewish traditions, religious practices, the commandments, Passover, and the social and political circumstances experienced under Roman occupation.
The final sections address Yeshua’s teachings, the Kingdom of YHWH, his accusations and mistreatment, crucifixion, burial, and resurrection. The book incorporates themes of faith, love, hope, family, service, and the contrast between light and darkness. Through Mary’s perspective, it offers a humanized interpretation of the events surrounding the life of Yeshua and presents historical, cultural, and spiritual elements for reflection.