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Quote of the day, 16 May: Hermann Cohen

There may still be some who, from deference to the naturally staid, impassive character of the English, would counsel Catholics to maintain a certain reserve in their devotion to Mary, as though, indeed, there were any other than Mary who was to crush the head of error; as though there could be danger or excess where God has so wondrously surpassed Himself: can the love of Catholics for Mary ever rise to such a height, or can they honour her with glory so sublime, as that to which God Himself has chosen to exalt her?

As if this filial homage could be out of place in England, the birth-place of the devotion of the Holy Scapular, the favoured spot to which the Blessed Virgin came, bringing from heaven that pledge of salvation, to bestow it upon a Religious, not of Italy or of Spain, but on an English Saint, born and bred in England, English in his labors, in his mission, and in his election as General of the Carmelite Order.

This preference for England as the scene of that revelation, and the choice of an Englishman, St. Simon Stock, as the receiver of the promise attached to the Scapular is, to my mind, a pledge of the future conversion of that nation.

Servant of God Augustine of the Blessed Sacrament
Hermann Cohen

Lecture at Malines (3 September 1864)

Tierney, T  2017,  A Life of Hermann Cohen: From Franz Liszt to John of the Cross,  Balboa Press,  Bloomington, IN

Featured image: This close-up photo shows the monumental reliquary of St. Simon Stock in the chapel of the Carmelite priory in Aylesford, England. Image credit: British Province of Carmelites / Flickr (Some rights reserved)

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There may still be some who, from deference to the naturally staid, impassive character of the English, would counsel Catholics to maintain a certain reserve in their devotion to Mary, as though, indeed, there were any other than Mary who was to crush the head of error; as though there could be danger or excess where God has so wondrously surpassed Himself: can the love of Catholics for Mary ever rise to such a height, or can they honour her with glory so sublime, as that to which God Himself has chosen to exalt her?

As if this filial homage could be out of place in England, the birth-place of the devotion of the Holy Scapular, the favoured spot to which the Blessed Virgin came, bringing from heaven that pledge of salvation, to bestow it upon a Religious, not of Italy or of Spain, but on an English Saint, born and bred in England, English in his labors, in his mission, and in his election as General of the Carmelite Order.

This preference for England as the scene of that revelation, and the choice of an Englishman, St. Simon Stock, as the receiver of the promise attached to the Scapular is, to my mind, a pledge of the future conversion of that nation.

Servant of God Augustine of the Blessed Sacrament
Hermann Cohen

Lecture at Malines (excerpt)

Summary of Teaching and Resources about the Scapular

The term “scapular” is frequently mentioned on the websites of both the Carmelite (O.Carm.) and Discalced Carmelite (O.C.D.) generalates, reflecting its deep spiritual and historical significance within the Carmelite family.

• Symbol of Mary’s Protection: The scapular is a sign of Mary’s motherly love and protection, symbolizing a commitment to live like her, embodying her virtues and dedication to Christ.
• Historical Context: According to tradition, the Brown Scapular devotion began with a vision reported by St. Simon Stock in the 13th century, where Mary promised protection to those who wore it.
• Rituals and Enrolment: The Carmelites have specific rites for blessing and enrolling members in the Scapular, including prayers and rituals that emphasize its significance as a sign of consecration to Mary and unity with the Carmelite Order.
• Spiritual Meaning: The scapular represents a commitment to follow Jesus and emulate Mary’s example, emphasizing openness to God’s will, continuous prayer, and living a life of service and charity.

The Popes Speak About the Scapular

Pope Pius XII: Pope Pius XII highlighted the significance of the Scapular as a “Habit or Garment of Mary.” He emphasized that the Scapular is a sign and a pledge of the protection of the Mother of God. He encouraged the faithful to see in the Scapular a mirror of humility and purity, a lesson in modesty and simplicity, and a symbol of their prayers for divine assistance. He stated, “The Holy Scapular, which may be called the Habit or Garment of Mary, is a Sign and a Pledge of the protection of the Mother of God”​ (Letter of Pope Pius XII on the Scapular)​.

Pope St. John Paul II: Pope St. John Paul II had a lifelong devotion to the Brown Scapular. He wore it from a young age and even during his emergency surgery following the assassination attempt in 1981. He spoke about the Scapular as a symbol of Mary’s constant protection and a call to live a Christian life through prayer, sacraments, and acts of mercy. He stated, “Two truths are evoked by the sign of the Scapular: on the one hand, the constant protection of the Blessed Virgin… on the other, the awareness that devotion to Her… must become a ‘habit,’ that is, a permanent orientation of one’s own Christian conduct”​ (Message of John Paul II to the Carmelite Family)​.

Specific Resources

For those who wish to join the scapular confraternity and learn about the blessing and imposition rituals, the Carmelites (O.Carm.) official website offers comprehensive, authorized resources:

• The Brown Scapular Confraternity
• Rite for the Blessing and Enrollment

Additionally, the Discalced Carmelite friars (O.C.D.) also provide valuable information:

• Catechesis on the Brown Scapular
• The Brown Scapular Explained by a Discalced Carmelite Priest

These resources provide detailed instructions and spiritual guidance for those interested in the scapular devotion.

Tierney, T  2017,  A Life of Hermann Cohen: From Franz Liszt to John of the Cross,  Balboa Press,  Bloomington, IN

Featured image: Saint Simon Stock receives the scapular of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, ceiling fresco, Church of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Marostica, Italy. Image credit: isaac74 / Adobe Stock

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