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Marian Devotion through Art

June 3, 2019 · by · in Book, Catholic, Faith, Family, Grieving with Mary · 2 Comments

“Sandro Botticelli, Raphael, Michelangelo, Francesco Botticini, Caravaggio, Rembrandt, Mary Cassatt, and Salvador Dali. The world’s greatest fine artists, along with thousands who are lesser known, felt the need to reveal their vision of the Virgin Mary through art. Whether painted with oil on canvas or carved in marble, more artwork has been created of Mary […]

The Little Mermaid’s Quest for a Soul

November 28, 2016 · by · in Book, Catholic, Christian, Faith, Family, spirituality · Leave a comment

Writers are reminded to write what we know. And we really can’t avoid that. Even in the most fantastical tale, who we are ekes through. Hans Christian Andersen’s faith was ingrained in him, and therefore, his writing. References of Christianity is sprinkled throughout his emotional tales. His version of The Little Mermaid has numerous religious […]

Sacred Icons

April 9, 2016 · by · in Book, Catholic, Faith, Family, Grieving with Mary, spirituality · Leave a comment

Icons are a specific type of fine art that date back to the Byzantine Empire. These works of devotion are as rich in history as they are in symbolism, incorporating Greek, Roman, and Middle Eastern influences. Typically, they are a one-dimensional portrait of a holy person. They are believed to physically bring the viewer closer to […]