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Apparition at Knock, County Mayo, Ireland
Apparition at Knock, County Mayo, Ireland, which took place on 21 August 1879. Fifteen people of different ages saw an apparition of the Virgin Mary, St Joseph, St John the Evangelist, together with an altar with a cross and a lamb, and angels above. Date: 1879
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1879 Altar Angels Apparition Belief Catholicism Evangelist Fifteen Gable Knock Lamb Mayo
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Apparition at Knock, County Mayo, Ireland (1879): A Glimpse into the Devotional Past This evocative image captures the Apparition at Knock, County Mayo, Ireland, an enduring symbol of faith and devotion that continues to captivate the world. The apparition, which took place on August 21, 1879, was witnessed by fifteen individuals of various ages, who reported seeing the Virgin Mary, St. Joseph, St. John the Evangelist, an altar with a cross and a lamb, and angels above. The scene unfolded against the backdrop of a gable end of a church or building, its weathered walls bearing silent witness to the extraordinary event. The simple yet profound image has been etched into the annals of Irish and Catholic history, serving as a testament to the deep-rooted belief in the divine and the supernatural. The 1870s in Ireland were marked by a profound sense of religious fervor, with the Roman Catholic Church playing a central role in the lives of the people. The Apparition at Knock, a significant event in the history of Catholicism, further solidified the faith of the Irish people and drew pilgrims from far and wide. The fifteen witnesses, who came from all walks of life, described the apparition as a source of comfort, hope, and inspiration. Their accounts of the apparition have been passed down through generations, inspiring countless pilgrimages to the site and fueling the enduring belief in the power of faith. This image, with its hauntingly beautiful depiction of the apparition, invites us to reflect on the profound impact of faith on the human spirit and the enduring power of belief. It serves as a reminder of the transcendent nature of the divine and the profound connection between the sacred and the secular.
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