Was Mary standing by a tree at the Annunciation?
In today’s Peace on Earth reflection, Fr. Jonathan Meyer explores Luke 1:26–38 and the powerful biblical connection between the Garden of Eden, the Annunciation, and Calvary.
Mary is the new Eve — where Eve disobeyed by a tree, Mary obeyed.
Where Eve chose fruit that brought death, Mary chose the fruit of her womb — Jesus — who brings eternal life.
This reflection invites us to see:
• Mary’s “yes” as the reversal of the Fall
• The tree of Eden fulfilled in the tree of the Cross
• The Eucharist as the true fruit of the Tree of Life
A beautiful meditation on Scripture, symbolism, and the deep unity of God’s plan of salvation.
📖 Gospel: Luke 1:26–38
📺 Part of the Peace on Earth daily reflections
