Divine Recognition: C.S. Lewis on the Dance of Joy in Luke's Gospel

In Luke's Gospel, an extraordinary moment unfolds when an unborn John the Baptist leaps for joy at the presence of Christ. Through the imaginative lens of C.S. Lewis's theological perspective, we explore this profound scene where divine recognition occurs in the most unexpected way. What would Lewis make of this supernatural dance between two unborn children, one the Savior and one His herald? From the revolutionary choice of women as key players to the immediate, joyful recognition by an unborn child, this piece delves into how God delights in turning human expectations upside down. Discover how this ancient biblical scene perfectly embodies Lewis's recurring themes of joy as recognition, divine subversion of worldly wisdom, and the natural integration of the supernatural into human history.