The Cult of the Virgin: Offerings, Ornaments, and Festivals

by Marie-France Boyer

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The Virgin Mary is a dazzling icon, frequently escaping from the Church's strict constraints. She is a symbol of faith and hope, as well as one of beauty and celebration. This book explores the many faces of the Virgin Mary around the world and the rites and ceremonies associated with her.

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Marie-France Boyer is a freelance journalist, and the Paris editor for The World of Interiors magazine

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Nonfiction, Religion & Spirituality, Art & Design
DDC/MDS
232.91ReligionChristianityJesus Christ and his familyFamily and life of JesusMariology, Mary (mother of Jesus)
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BT645 .B76Philosophy, Psychology and ReligionDoctrinal TheologyDoctrinal TheologyMary, Mother of Jesus Christ. Mariology
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