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Therese Beatified
The beatification of Therese de Lisieux by pope Pius XI at San Pietro, Rome. Date: 1923
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Beatified Lisieux Pietro Pius Pope Therese 1923
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In this evocative black-and-white photograph, Pope Pius XI (1857-1939) performs the beatification of Therese Martin, also known as Therese of Lisieux or "The Little Flower," at San Pietro in Vatican City, Rome, on May 17, 1923. The historical event marked a significant milestone in the Catholic Church, as Therese became the youngest person ever to be beatified at the age of just 24. Therese, born in Alençon, France, in 1873, was a Carmelite nun renowned for her deep faith, childlike devotion, and simple piety. Her life was marked by an intense spirituality that drew her closer to God from a young age. After entering the Carmelite convent in Lisieux at the age of 15, she spent her brief religious life in prayer, penance, and the care of the sick. Her spiritual writings, particularly her autobiography, "Story of a Soul," have inspired countless souls throughout the world. The beatification ceremony took place in a grand setting, with a large crowd of faithful gathered in the Basilica of San Pietro to witness the momentous occasion. Pope Pius XI, who had been deeply moved by Therese's life and writings, presided over the ceremony, which included the reading of her virtues and the recitation of the Creed, the Lord's Prayer, and the Hail Mary. The pope then placed a golden rose on Therese's coffin, symbolizing her purity and her connection to the Virgin Mary. This photograph captures the solemn and reverent atmosphere of the beatification, with the pope and the faithful gathered in prayerful anticipation. The image serves as a testament to the enduring legacy of Therese of Lisieux, whose life and spirituality continue to inspire and uplift people around the world.
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