St. Raymund Nonnatus (1204–1240), Mercedarian priest, gave his life to ransom Christian captives, even offering himself as a hostage. Silenced by his captors with a padlock through his lips, he bore witness to Christ in suffering. Today’s Gospel of the Good Samaritan reflects his charity: he became neighbour to the enslaved, pouring out his life in mercy. He teaches us vigilance, purity of speech, and sacrificial love, living Christ’s command: “Go, and do likewise.”

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