The Miraculous Medal: Its Origin, History, Circulation, Results by Aladel
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| Author | Aladel, Jean-Marie, 1800-1865 |
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| Title | The Miraculous Medal: Its Origin, History, Circulation, Results |
| Note | Reading ease score: 64.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
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| Summary | "The Miraculous Medal: Its Origin, History, Circulation, Results" by Aladel is a historical account written in the late 19th century. The book explores the life of Sister Catherine Labouré, a Daughter of Charity who was favored with visions of the Blessed Virgin Mary, leading to the creation and dissemination of the Miraculous Medal. The text delves into the origins and significance of the medal, highlighting its miraculous effects and the deepening devotion to Mary it inspired among Catholics. At the start of the book, readers are introduced to Sister Catherine's early life and her spiritual journey. The narrative recounts her humble beginnings in rural France, her deep faith, and her unyielding desire to serve God, culminating in her admission into the Daughters of Charity. After a series of divine communications, Sister Catherine receives instructions from the Blessed Virgin to have a medal struck, which becomes a symbol of great hope and grace for many. The opening sets the stage for a story of miraculous events and the profound effect of Mary's intercession on the lives of the faithful, establishing a context for the events that unfold. (This is an automatically generated summary.) |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | BX: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: Churches, Church movements |
| Subject | Mary, Blessed Virgin, Saint |
| Subject | Labouré, Catherine, Saint, 1806-1876 |
| Subject | Miraculous Medal |
| Category | Text |
| EBook-No. | 44231 |
| Release Date | Nov 19, 2013 |
| Copyright Status | Public domain in the USA. |
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