Constantine of Cornwall was a minor British king who succeeded his father as king of Dumnonia in 537. He lived a sinful life until he converted to Christianity as an adult. After the death of his wife, he abdicated the throne and entered religious life. After founding churches in Cornwall and serving in monasteries in Wales and Ireland, he traveled as a missionary to the Picts in Scotland. He was killed by pirates. There are many legends told about him in Britain.
Both our readings today concern God’s laws. Moses gives the people God’s laws and commandments, telling them that they must be careful to observe these laws because they come directly from God. Our reading from Deuteronomy today reminds us of the importance that God and his law are to have in our daily lives. God's law is central to the Gospel message today as well. Jesus states that he came to complete and fulfill the laws given to us by Moses and that these laws are to be obeyed. There were probably some in Ancient Israel who hoped that Jesus had come to abolish these laws. Jesus places importance in living in the spirit of the law, not just the mere letter of the law. While this is very challenging to do, it is infinitely pleasing to God.
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