Lourdes Collection (page 8)

Miracle at Lourdes
At Lourdes, young Marie- Therese Lepretre is suddenly cured of Potts Disease while waiting for mass in her wheeled stretcher

Grottes Du Loup, Lourdes
In Les Grottes du Loup (Grotto of the Wolf) ten minutes walk from the Basilica, is a cave, The Palace of the Madonna, where a stone seems to have been carved in her likeness

Montreal / Church / 1884
Church of Notre Dame de Lourdes

Lourdes Bureau 2
Members of Le Bureau des Constatations Medicales consider a case under the presidency of Dr Boissarie (1836-1917) (third from right)

Vision at Lourdes
The scene at the Grotte de Massabieille when Bernadette Soubirous, gathering firewood with friends, sees the figure of a young female, later identified as the Virgin

Lourdes in 1877
The town in 1877; by now not only the basilica but several other buildings have been erected, but the riverbank is unspoilt and the souvenir shops have yet to come

Henri Lasserre
HENRI LASSERRE author of one of the earliest and most comprehensive books on Lourdes, establishing the Lourdes myth in its widely accepted form

Laurence Portrait
Monseigneur LAURENCE, bishop of Tarbes, the cleric ultimately responsible for the Catholic Church in the Lourdes region at the time of Bernadettes alleged visions

Peyramale Portrait
Monseigneur PEYRAMALE, the French cleric who was cure of Lourdes at the time of Bernadettes alleged visions, and had the difficult task of directing Church policy

Estrade Portrait
JEAN-BAPTISTE ESTRADE French tax collector, witness to many of the events at Lourdes and author of one of the first and most important books on the subject

Cross of Pic Du Jer
A few stalwart pilgrims have climbed to the summit of the Pic du Jer, where a cross has been erected, overlooking Lourdes

Blessing the Sick
Benediction du Tres-Saint Sacrament des Malades - the Blessing of the Very Holy Sacrament of the Sick, outside the Rosary

At the Piscines
Pilgrims outside les piscines - the bathing houses where the sick can plunge into the waters of the miraculous healing spring revealed by the Virgin to Bernadette

Place De LA Basilique
Pilgrims make their way across the Place de la Basilique to the Basilica which the Virgin Mary commissioned to be built in her honour

Drinking the Water
Pilgrims drink the water from the miraculous healing spring which the Virgin Mary revealed to Bernadette in 1858

Stations of Cross
Pilgrims follow the Stations of the Cross, up the hill to the Calvary

Preaching at the Rosary
Preaching to pilgrims gathered in front of the Rosary Date: circa 1905

Sick are Blessed
Priests bless the sick in front of the Rosary

Arriving by Coach
Pilgrims at the coach station

Mens Pilgrimage
The Mens Pilgrimage - lining up with banners in front of the Rosary

Arriving by Train
Pilgrims arriving by train - women and clerics

Waiting to Bathe
Pilgrims wait to bathe in the miraculous waters from the spring which the Virgin Mary revealed to Bernadette

Invalid on Stretcher
A sick pilgrim on a wheeled stretcher, with family, priest and nurses

Invalid Pilgrims
Sick or disabled pilgrims are wheeled to the Grotto in invalid chairs - hopefully they won t need them on the way back !

Clerics at Station
Clerical pilgrims arrive at the railway station - note the facial expressions!

Mens Parade
Ceremonial parade of the Mens Pilgrimage on the Esplanade

Womens Orders
Pilgrims from womens nursing orders

Pilgrims at Station
Pilgrims arriving at the railway station

Procession of Priests
Procession of priests

Church Cashes In
The Catholic Church cashes in on Lourdes, offering cures (65 years of success !), the story of Bernadette, and the only brand of candles officially approved by the Virgin Mary

The Grotto in 1875
Pilgrims at the grotto - the Spanish caption refers to the Lourdes devotion as a popular superstition

Pilgrims at the Grotto
Pilgrims at the grotto - priests, peasants and fashionably dressed folk

Lourdes Pilgrims 1905
Pilgrims help themselves to water from the fontaine miraculeuse supposedly revealed to Bernadette by Mary. (note the boys dressed in their best clothes !)

Bernadettes Home
The family home of Bernadette Soubirous, at Lourdes, now in 1900 offering lodgings to pilgrims who could enjoy the privilege of spending the night in the saints home !

Lourdes Circa 1900
The area round the grotto at the end of the 19th century complete with basilica, esplanade, medical buildings, baths, fountains and so on

Lourdes / Image of Mary
Mary as supposedly seen by Bernadette Soubirous in the grotto

Bernadette / Postcard
Bernadette Soubirous, while gathering firewood, sees the Virgin Mary in the rocky grotto at Lourdes

Bernadette / Vision / Laugee
Bernadette Soubirous, while gathering firewood, suddenly sees the Virgin Mary in the grotto

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"Lourdes: A Sacred Journey to Faith and Healing" Step into the enchanting town of Lourdes, nestled in the picturesque Hautes Pyrenees region of France. This captivating destination holds a significant place in religious history, thanks to its association with St. Bernadette of Lourdes. Born Marie-Bernarde Soubirous in 1844, Bernadette experienced an extraordinary encounter that would forever change her life. An anonymous photo captures the essence of this young girl who became a symbol of unwavering faith and devotion. At just fourteen years old, Bernadette had her first vision while gathering firewood near the Grotto. It was here that she witnessed the apparition of Mary, Mother of Jesus. The bond between Bernadette and Mary grew stronger as more visions unfolded over time. The Grotto itself stands as a testament to these miraculous encounters—a sacred space where countless pilgrims seek solace and healing. The statue within serves as a constant reminder of Mary's presence and intercession for those who come seeking spiritual comfort, and is renowned for its holy water, believed by many to possess divine healing properties. Pilgrims from all corners of Europe flock to Notre Dame De Lourdes to collect this blessed water, hoping for miracles both big and small. Beyond its religious significance, Lourdes boasts breathtaking natural beauty that adds another layer of enchantment to this mystical place. From rolling hillsides to charming landscapes, every corner exudes tranquility and serenity. While Lourdes remains deeply rooted in spirituality today, it has also become an emblematic tourist destination worldwide. Visitors can explore Warren Farm School or immerse themselves in local culture through vibrant festivals celebrating faith and unity. As you gaze upon posters showcasing scenes from Lourdes' rich tapestry or walk along its hallowed grounds yourself—let your heart be filled with hope and inspiration.