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For millions of Americans, this weekend is a time to celebrate redemption(赎回,拯救) at God's hand. Tonight, Jews will gather for a second Seder, where they will retell the story of the Exodus1. And tomorrow, my family will join Christians2 around the world as we thank God for the all-important gift of grace through the resurrection(复活,恢复) of His son, and experience the wonder of Easter morning. These holidays have their roots in miracles that took place thousands of years ago. They connect us to our past and give us strength as we face the future. And they remind us of the common thread of humanity that connects us all. For me, and for countless3 other Christians, Easter weekend is a time to reflect and rejoice. Yesterday, many of us took a few quiet moments to try and fathom(看穿,彻底了解) the tremendous sacrifice Jesus made for all of us.Tomorrow, we will celebrate the resurrection of a savior who died so that we might live. And throughout these sacred(神圣的,宗教的) days, we recommit ourselves to following His example. We rededicate our time on Earth to selflessness, and to loving our neighbors. We remind ourselves that no matter who we are, or how much we achieve, we each stand humbled4 before an almighty5 God. Christ's triumph over death holds special meaning for Christians. But all of us, no matter how or whether we believe, can identify with elements of His story. The triumph of hope over despair. Of faith over doubt.The notion that there is something out there that is bigger than ourselves. These beliefs help unite Americans of all faiths and backgrounds. They shape our values and guide our work. They put our lives in perspective.
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1 exodus | |
v.大批离去,成群外出 | |
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n.基督教徒( Christian的名词复数 ) | |
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adj.无数的,多得不计其数的 | |
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4 humbled | |
adj. 卑下的,谦逊的,粗陋的 vt. 使 ... 卑下,贬低 | |
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5 almighty | |
adj.全能的,万能的;很大的,很强的 | |
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