Nathaniel is declared by Jesus to be “an Israelite incapable of deceit” or one in whom there is no double dealing. Nathaniel is straightforward, reliable and honest. Nathaniel is astonished at Jesus’ judgment but all the same and for Jesus, this assessment is made only as the first step to introducing Nathaniel to something much deeper and more significant - that he will be offered direct engagement with God through the angels ascending and descending where the angels are the carriers of God’s presence and gifts.

About the Speaker: Father Michael Kelly is a Jesuit priest and English language publisher of the respected Jesuit periodical, La Civilta Cattolica.

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