Lord, Who Are You?: The Names of Christ

by Jorge Medina Estévez

The "names" of Christ are certain words or titles that are used in Sacred Scripture to refer to Christ. Sometimes these names do not designate Jesus exclusively, as is the case with "shepherd" and "son of God", although they are applied to him in a very special way. There are other names that pertain only to Christ, such as "Lamb of God" and "Bread of Life".

The purpose of this little book is simply to reflect about and meditate on the names of Christ in order to draw near to him with humility, so we may know who he is and what sort of blessings the Father imparts to us through him. The fruit of such reflection should be the praise  of God for his love and for the wonders he has done and continues to do for us,  gratitude  for all his boundless gifts, and, as a consequence,  love  for him who loved us first.

Thus the reader will discover a rich and limitless prospect for learning about Christ through the he will see "the unsearchable riches of Christ" (Eph 3:8) and in these riches find joy, peace, and a pattern of life.

156 pages, Paperback

First published February 1, 2004

About the author

Jorge Arturo Agustín Medina Estévez (Santiago, 23 de diciembre de 1926) es un cardenal de la Iglesia romana y arzobispo chileno. Es prefecto emérito de la Congregación para el Culto Divino y la Disciplina de los Sacramentos.

Reviews

[Carlos · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cardinal Estevez based this book on a 16th century Spanish work written by Fray Luis de León which reflexcted on the names of Christ. This short book follows a similar patter of presenting reflections on the different names for Christ found in the New Testament. 31 different names are presented in alphabetical order, and each is presented within the scriptural context where it is found. Some of the names such as Word of God are extensively fleshed out, with the theological and spiritual significance richly illustrated, while others are presented more briefly. This is a book which provides rich fodder for prayer and meditation. I found the scriptural quotes helpful, but I also enjoyed the times when the cardinal explored the deeper spiritual significance of a given name in relation to a Christian's life. It is perhaps not one that one can simply sit and read cover to cover, it seems that would be a bit tedious, but it is certainly a book worth exploring.