Selling blessed rock
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Selling blessed rock
At Conde-sur-Noireau a street seller offers fragments of the rock on which the Blessed Virgin Mary stood when she appeared on 19 September 1846, and which he promises are miraculous
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Blessed Conde Fragments Offers Seller Selling Stood Vision Visions Visitation Paranormal
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In this evocative image from Conde-sur-Noireau, a street seller offers fragments of a sacred rock believed to hold miraculous powers. The location is steeped in history, as it is where the Blessed Virgin Mary is said to have appeared on September 19, 1846. According to local legend, the Virgin Mary stood upon this very rock during her visitation to a young shepherdess named Marie-Bernarde Soubirous. The scene unfolds on a cobblestone street, with the seller displaying the small, rough-hewn rock fragments in a simple wooden box. His intent gaze is fixed on the passersby, inviting them to purchase a piece of this hallowed ground. The seller's faith and conviction are palpable, as he believes that these fragments possess the ability to bring blessings and miracles to those who possess them. The atmosphere is one of reverence and wonder, as the historical significance of the site is not lost on the people who come to visit. The simple, rustic surroundings only serve to heighten the sense of otherworldliness and the belief in the paranormal. This image offers a glimpse into the rich cultural and religious heritage of Conde-sur-Noireau, a town that has been forever changed by the apparition of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The seller's dedication to sharing the story of this miraculous event with others ensures that the memory of the vision will continue to be passed down through generations. The print captures the essence of a moment in history, where the spiritual and the mundane intersect, and where faith and belief in the extraordinary continue to thrive. The image invites us to reflect on the power of tradition, the importance of storytelling, and the enduring belief in the transformative power of the divine.
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