Mount Carmel Retreat Center

Fr. Daniel Poovannathil

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Welcome to "Sacred Reflections with Fr. Daniel Poovannathil," the official podcast of the Mount Carmel Retreat Centre in Trivandrum, Kerala. Join Fr. Daniel Poovannathil, a revered Catholic priest, as he delves deep into the teachings of the Bible, offering profound insights and spiritual guidance. Each episode illuminates the timeless wisdom of the Scriptures, providing listeners with inspiration and a deeper understanding of their faith. Whether you seek spiritual growth, biblical knowledge, or a moment of reflection, this podcast is your companion on the journey of faith.

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S3.E2. പുറപ്പാട് 3,4: ദൈവം മോശയെ തിരഞ്ഞെടുക്കുന്നു | Exodus 3,4: God calls Moses 02.07.2018 1:11:02

In this episode on Exodus, we learn more about the call and commission of Moses, Aaron’s office as his assistant, and Moses' return to Egypt. This teaching can also be viewed on YouTube at https://youtu.be/jn6Km9d1j9M

E3.S1. പുറപ്പാട് 1,2: ഈജിപ്തിലെ അടിമത്തവും മോശയുടെ ജനനവും | Exodus 1,2: Oppression in Egypt and birth of Moses 01.07.2018 48:34

In the first in this series about the book of Exodus, Fr. Daniel Poovannathil paints a picture about what the people of Israel was going through in Eygpt a few generations after the time of Joseph. We also learn about the circumstances under which Moses is born and his early life in Egypt. This teaching can also be viewed on YouTube at https://youtu.be/sRgGv5u6gYg

S2.E6. വിശുദ്ധവാരം 6: യേശുവിന്റെ ഉയിർത്തെഴുന്നേൽപ്പ്‌ | Holy week 6: The resurrection of Jesus 06.06.2018 1:42:43

Fr. Daniel Poovannathil illustrates using various parts of the Bible to illustrate Jesus' resurrection. He quotes scripture to explain what happened during the time Jesus' body was entoumbed, and what would happen in the future to our own bodies. This teaching can also be viewed on YouTube at https://youtu.be/_qcrK9MUre8

S2.E5. വിശുദ്ധവാരം 5: ആരാണ് ശരിയ്ക്കും യേശുവിനെ വധിച്ചത്? | Holy week 5: Who really killed Jesus? 05.06.2018 1:48:46

Fr. Daniel Poovannathil shares insights on the political history of Jews, society during the time of Jesus, and the situations leading to his crucifixion. He then takes a stab at the question, "Who really killed Jesus?" This teaching can also be viewed on YouTube at https://youtu.be/nkln7Af8vTg

S2.E4. വിശുദ്ധവാരം 4: കാൽവരി ബലിയും പെസഹാ ബലിയും | Holy week 4: The sacrifice of Calvary and the sacrifice of Passover 04.06.2018 1:36:20

Fr. Daniel Poovannathil examines the events that happened during the Thursday of Holy week, and shares insights on the framework in which Jesus planned his sacrifice on the cross and became the redeeming Lamb of Pesaha. This teaching can also be viewed on YouTube at https://youtu.be/zbFUPCxy6e8

S2.E3. വിശുദ്ധവാരം 3: പെസഹായുടെ തലേന്ന് യേശു എന്തൊക്കെച്ചെയ്തു? | Holy week 3: What all did Jesus do on the eve of Pesaha? 03.06.2018 42:45

Fr. Daniel Poovannathil continues on the incidents of holy week, on what would have happened in Jesus' life on the Wednesday. This would have been the day Judas would have bid for the task of betraying Jesus. Jesus would have spend this day in silent contemplation of certain events in the old testament. This teaching can also be viewed on YouTube at https://youtu.be/SetNU-lVXXg

S2.E2. വിശുദ്ധവാരം 2: എല്ലാവരും യേശുവിന് എതിരായതെന്ത്? | Holy week 2: Why were people against Jesus? 02.06.2018 46:47

In the second episode of the Holy week series, Fr. Daniel Poovannathil walks us through the events on the Tuesday following Palm Sunday. He explains how Jesus's activities during the day caused quite a stir amoung the prominent sections of the contemporary society, and created a whole set of people who rallying against him. This teaching can also be viewed on YouTube at https://youtu.be/Bnhg1zweaT...

S2.E1. വിശുദ്ധവാരം 1: അത്തിവൃക്ഷത്തെ യേശു ശപിച്ചതെന്തിന്? | Holy week 1: Why did Jesus curse the fig tree? 01.06.2018 52:21

In this series, Fr. Daniel Poovannathil walks us through the days leading up to Jesus’ crucifixion, starting from the previous Saturday. In this episode, we go through the events of Saturday, Palm Sunday and Monday. This teaching can also be viewed on YouTube at https://youtu.be/Vddv8uQ-AXI

S1.E23. ഉത്പത്തി 48-50: യാക്കോബിന്റെ അന്ത്യദിനങ്ങൾ | Genesis 48-50: The final days of Jacob 23.05.2018 45:31

Fr. Daniel Poovannathil takes us through the final chapters of the book of Genesis, dealing with the end times of Jacob, and his death. We see how Joseph's brothers fear that he will cause them harm, but also see Joseph's kindness and sprit where he reassures them of the God who had arranged all events so that the whole family may be saved through him. This teaching can also be viewed on YouTube a...

S1.E22. ഉത്പത്തി 43-47:ജോസഫിന്റെ കഥയുടെ പരിസമാപ്‌തി | Genesis 43-47: The climax of Joseph’s Story 22.05.2018 40:21

Fr. Daniel Poovannathil explains the chapters of Genesis that describes the reconcilation of Joseph and his brothers, how the entire family of Jacob uprooted themselves from Canan and made their new home in Egypt. This teaching can also be viewed on YouTube at https://youtu.be/g3zdKnzwnRo

S1.E21. ഉത്പത്തി 41,42: മേലങ്കി പോയവന്റെ പട്ടുവസ്ത്രങ്ങൾ! | Genesis 41,42: Reward of the faithful 21.05.2018 58:38

Fr. Daniel Poovannathil continues with Joseph's story, on how he rose from being a slave in Egypt to becoming Lord of the land. We also learn the turn of events that leads to Joseph's brother's to come to Egypt and meet him though they didn't recognize him. This teaching can also be viewed on YouTube at https://youtu.be/LRAIJ7sEJNA

S1.E20. ഉത്പത്തി 37-40: സ്വപ്നമുള്ളവന്റെ സങ്കട വഴികൾ | Genesis 37-40: Troubles of the seer 20.05.2018 52:06

Fr. Daniel Poovannathil takes us through the eventful chapters of Genesis that would eventually lead to Jacob's family to leave Canan. We focus on Joseph's life, how he carries himself infront of his God, and the series of seemingly unfortunate events in his life. This teaching can also be viewed on YouTube at https://youtu.be/KpThdgbk_Wg

S1.E19. ഉത്പത്തി 34-36:യാക്കോബിന്റെ കാനാൻ വാസം, യാക്കോബിന്റെയും ഏസാവിന്റെയും മക്കൾ | Genesis 34-36: Jacob's life in Canan, Jacob and Esau's family 19.05.2018 42:34

Fr. Daniel Poovannathil explains the life of Jacob in Canan, and the events surrouding it which involves his family. We also see Rachel and Issac's demise, and about Esau's family. This teaching can also be viewed on YouTube at https://youtu.be/s1wDCqwDSxg

S1.E18. ഉത്പത്തി 32,33: യാക്കോബിന്റെ തിരിച്ചുവരവും, ഏസാവിന്റെ വിശാലതയും | Genesis 32,33: Jacob's return and Esau's kindness 18.05.2018 26:40

Fr. Daniel Poovannathil takes us through the events during Jacob's return journey, his meeting with Esau, and how his family settled down in Canan after the journey back. This teaching can also be viewed on YouTube at https://youtu.be/SJasf2U-u1s

S1E17. ഉത്പത്തി 29-31:യാക്കോബിന്റെ വിവാഹവും, മക്കളും, തിരിച്ചുള്ള യാത്രയും | Genesis 29-31: Jacob's marriage, his children, and the journey back home 17.05.2018 43:37

Fr. Daniel Poovannathil explains the chapters of Genesis dealing with Jacob's life at Laban's home, his marriage to Leah and Rachel, and the children born to him. We also see Jacob's decision to leave Laban's home and go back to his parents' home. This teaching can also be viewed on YouTube at https://youtu.be/CneDEqupt-Y

S1E16. ഉത്പത്തി 27,28: ഇസഹാക്കിന്റെ അനുഗ്രഹവും യാക്കോബിന്റെ പലായനവും | Genesis 27,28: Issac's blessings and Jacob's flight 16.05.2018 1:09:37

Fr. Daniel Poovannathil takes us through the later days of Issac, the cunning of Jacob and Rebecca that wins him the blessings Issac had promised Esau, the developments that led Jacob to flee from his brother's wrath to Laban's home and the vision he had on his flight of the ladder that went from earth to heaven. This teaching can also be viewed on YouTube at https://youtu.be/U3hYUbdEJGQ

S1E15. ഉത്പത്തി 25,26: അബ്രഹാമിന്റെ അവസാന ദിനങ്ങൾ, ഇസഹാക്കിന്റെ മക്കൾ ഏസാവും യാക്കോബും | Genesis 25,26: The last days of Abraham, Issac's sons Esau‎ and ‎Jacob 15.05.2018 1:18:58

Fr. Daniel Poovannathil takes us through the last years of Abraham, his children other than Issac and Ismail, and Ismail's children. He explains how Abraham performed his duties in the role of a father and head of family. He then takes us through Issac's life and early life of his children, Esau and Jacob. This teaching can also be viewed on YouTube at https://youtu.be/6VEQArAH2so

S1E14. ഉത്പത്തി 23,24: സാറായുടെ മരണവും ഇസഹാക്കിന്റെ വിവാഹവും | Genesis 23,24: Sarah's death and Issac's wedding 14.05.2018 1:37:12

Fr. Daniel Poovannathil walks us through the chapter 23 of Genesis which deals with the death of Sarah, and discusses what should be our expectations when we choose to follow God. In chapter 24, he explains how Abraham chose a bride for Issac, and how the various events that led to Issac and Rebecca's wedding can be a guide for us in our lives. This teaching can also be viewed on YouTube at https:...

S1E13. ഉത്പത്തി 22: പരീക്ഷകൾ എന്തുകൊണ്ട് | Genesis 22: Reason behind trials 13.05.2018 1:38:35

Fr. Daniel Poovannathil talks about the ultimate test Abraham had to go through when God asked him to sacrifice Isaac. He explains why God allows certain tests in our life. He explains the meaning of true worship and faith. This teaching can also be viewed on YouTube at https://youtu.be/nOmrrRDMqq0

S1E12. ഉത്പത്തി 21: ദീർഘക്ഷമയോടെ ദൈവകൃപയ്ക്കായി കാത്തിരിക്കുക | Genesis 21: Wait patiently for God's grace 12.05.2018 1:25:46

Fr. Daniel Poovannathinkal talks about the birth of Isaac and how Abraham was faithful to God and waited patiently to receive what was promised. He explains the need to exercise control over our body and it's earthly needs, to be filled with grace of God and to lead a pious life. He again emphasises on remaining patient for God's will to be fulfilled in our lives. This teaching can also be viewed...

S1E11. ഉത്പത്തി 20: മനുഷ്യന്റെ കുറവുകളും ദൈവത്തിന്റെ കരുണയും | Genesis 20: Man's flaw and God's mercy 11.05.2018 1:22:49

Fr Daniel Poovannathil explains of Abrahams flaws and God's mercy in detail, how God worked in the lives of Abraham, Sarah, Abimalech. This chapter is important even in our contemporary lives when we go through similar situations as has happened to Abraham or Abimalech and how could we overcome such temptations especially those of the bodily sins. Abraham, Lot, Sarah, Abimalech and his family wer...

S1E10. ഉത്പത്തി 19: സോദോം ഗോമോറ നശിപ്പിക്കപ്പെടുന്നു | Genesis 19: Destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah 10.05.2018 55:32

Fr. Daniel Poovannathil explains the reasons behind the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah and why Lot escaped the fate of Sodom. He stresses on the importance of leading a life built on values of the bible and teachings of the church. This teaching can also be viewed on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FmfSIx_XCnI

S1E9. ഉത്പത്തി 18: മൂന്നു സന്ദർശകർ | Genesis 18: The three visitors 09.05.2018 1:05:42

Fr. Daniel Poovannathil explains the great qualities in Abraham that made him dear to God. Abraham was humble, had immense respect and love to others. In Genesis 18, Abraham is told that he will have a son from his wife Sarah. Fr. Daniel also shows us an Abraham who pleads to God tirelessly hoping to avoid the destruction of Sodom explaining how our interceding prayers for others will help save li...

S1E8. ഉത്പത്തി 17: ഉടമ്പടിയുടെ അടയാളം | Genesis 17: Sign of the covenant 08.05.2018 1:25:53

Fr. Daniel Poovannathil talks about Abram being named Abraham and the covenant between God and Abraham and his descendants and circumsion being the sign of the covenant. Fr. Daniel explains how Christian sacrament of Baptism is the sign through which we enter into the same covenant God made with Abraham. He also explains how to worship God in our body, mind and soul. This teaching can also be view...

S1E7. ഉത്പത്തി 16: ദൈവത്തിന്റെ വിശ്വസ്തത | Genesis 16: God's faithfulness 07.05.2018 1:31:05

Explaining Genesis 16, Fr. Daniel Poovannathil asks us to remain patient and pray and wait for God to fulfill his promises as he is faithful in keeping his covenent. God will never forsake you no matter how impossible the situation seems. He talks about the events behind the birth of Ismael. This teaching can also be viewed on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hIjgm6ku6MI