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BERNADETTE SOUBIROUS, French peasant girl of Lourdes, whose claim to have encountered Jesuss mother Mary earned her sainthood but also a lot of unwelcome attention : in 1864. Date: 1844 - 1879
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1844 1864 1879 Attention Bernadette Claim Earned Encountered Jesus Jesuss Lourdes Peasant Soubirous Unwelcome Sainthood
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In this evocative photograph, we see the humble figure of Bernadette Soubirous, a young peasant girl from Lourdes, France, who in 1864 claimed to have encountered the Blessed Virgin Mary. The image captures Bernadette's intense gaze and quiet determination, as she recounts her experiences to those who came to question her about the apparitions she had been having at the grotto near her home. Born in 1844, Bernadette was a simple girl from a poor family, who lived in the rural community of Lourdes. Her life was marked by hardship and poverty, but her encounter with the Virgin Mary would change her life forever. Over the course of several apparitions, Bernadette reported hearing the Virgin Mary's voice and seeing her visage, as well as performing various tasks at her command. The news of Bernadette's claims quickly spread, and she was soon the subject of intense scrutiny and attention. Some saw her as a visionary, while others dismissed her as a liar or a madwoman. Despite the criticism and skepticism, Bernadette remained steadfast in her belief, and her story continued to draw pilgrims to Lourdes, where they came to seek healing and spiritual renewal. In 1879, Bernadette's cause for canonization was officially opened, and she was eventually declared a saint by the Catholic Church in 1925. Today, she is revered as a model of faith and devotion, and her story continues to inspire millions around the world. This photograph, taken likely in the late 19th century, captures a moment in time when Bernadette's life was at a turning point. Her quiet strength and unwavering belief in the face of doubt and criticism are a testament to the power of faith and the enduring human spirit.
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