Historical Events tagged with "marian apparition"

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Religion & Philosophy

Marian Apparition at La Salette

September 19th, 1846 178 years ago

Mélanie Calvat and Maximin Giraud witnessed a Marian apparition on a mountaintop in La Salette, France, where the Blessed Virgin Mary appeared to them. During her apparition, she conveyed messages urging prayer and conversion, while expressing sorrow over the neglect of faith and the need for penance. The event took place in a secluded area, attracting attention for its spiritual significance, especially among local Catholics who viewed it as a call to deeper faith and devotion.

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Religion & Philosophy

Marian Apparition Reported in Quảng Trị

August 17th, 1798 226 years ago

In Quảng Trị, Vietnamese Catholics reported a Marian apparition known as Our Lady of La Vang. This apparition is said to have occurred to a group of Catholics seeking refuge in the jungle during a period of religious persecution in Vietnam. The vision provided comfort and hope to the parishioners, who were facing significant challenges due to their faith. This event marked a pivotal moment for the Vietnamese Catholic community, inspiring devotion and the establishment of a pilgrimage site over time.

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