Blessed are the poor in spirit; theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
Blessed are those who mourn; they shall be comforted.
Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness; they shall be filled.
Characters and Interactions
Mother:
Busy and protective of her daughter, Rebecca.
Concerned about rumors regarding Jesus and his potential harm to Rebecca.
Rebecca:
Curious about Jesus and wants to see him up close.
Feels a connection with him and believes he knows her name.
Expresses feelings of sadness regarding her mother's demeanor and lack of singing.
Grandfather:
Old, wise, previously sighted, and has a past regret about not helping Mary and Joseph.
Reflects on his mistakes and the concept of forgiveness.
Isaac:
Interested in Jesus but also has a more skeptical viewpoint.
Experiences confusion about gender roles and expectations.
Events and Experiences
Rebecca's Desire to See Jesus:
Rebecca expresses a strong desire to see Jesus, believing he may be the Messiah.
The Miracle of Feeding the Multitude:
Isaac witnesses Jesus performing a miracle by feeding thousands with five loaves of bread and two fish.
Discussion of Jesus' Claims:
Some believe Jesus is the Messiah, while others are skeptical and label him as blasphemous.
Themes
Faith and Doubt:
Characters grapple with their beliefs about Jesus and his identity.
The tension between belief in miracles and skepticism towards Jesus’ claims.
Family Dynamics:
The struggles between Rebecca and her mother showcase generational conflicts and differing beliefs.
Grandfather's role as a caregiver and his reflections on his past influence the family’s view on faith.
Forgiveness and Regret:
Grandfather's story about Mary and Joseph highlights the importance of being compassionate and the regrets that come with missed opportunities to help others.
Final Message
Resurrection and Hope:
The affirmation that Jesus lives, and the hope it brings for reuniting with loved ones (e.g., Rebecca's father).
Encouragement to believe in the promise of eternal life through faith in Jesus.