MR5.A Analysis on the Ascension

     This is an analysis because we have opinions on the ascension and supported them with fact. That is a true analysis because it goes beyond simply stating fact. It shows true understanding of the Ascension.    

     The Apostles of Jesus go out and spread the good news of the Resurrection. Jesus also gave His followers divine revelation which he revealed slowly to help them understand that he was still alive. This is an example of God's plan of salvation because this represents Jesus' work through the Church and ultimately His followers. One reason for Jesus' revelation was because the Apostles did not recognize Him immediately because His body gave him a new "mode of existence" which transcended time and space. Jesus also gives the information, before the acension, that he will come again and emphasize again the Kingdom of God. This was important for the understanding of the beliefs of the Apostles, that they were confused, but Jesus reasurred them he would come again. This providence was also given by the angels who stated that the men should not be discouraged because Jesus would come the same way he left. This meant that he would come again in all of his glory.