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With its quiet drama and divine illumination, this painting invites reflection on the mystery of the Incarnation and God’s gift of salvation.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch4 style=\"margin-top: 0.5em; margin-bottom: 0.25em;\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003eSpiritual Reflection\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"652\" data-start=\"271\"\u003eThis painting invites us to contemplate the mystery of the Incarnation, when God chose to reveal Himself in poverty and simplicity. The shepherds’ wonder becomes our own as we kneel with them before the Saviour, whose light still shines in every humble heart that welcomes Him. 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