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By the 16th century, the Extremadura Guadalupe, a statue of the Virgin said to be carved by Luke the Evangelist, was already a national icon. It was found at the beginning of the 14th century, when the Virgin appeared to a humble shepherd and ordered him to dig at the site of the apparition.
- Face and Hair. Instead of the typical “white” Madonna, Our Lady of Guadalupe appears with the complexion of the indigenous people. More specifically she is a mestizo, a combination of Mexican and Spanish, indicating that she is for all people.
- Mantle and Tunic. The lady wears a rose-tinted tunic with four-petaled flowers imprinted on it, symbolizing the earth and the four seasons. The rose color may point to the dawn, symbolizing a new era.
- Ribbon. The black ribbon around her belly indicates that she is with child. Some believe that her appearance gives evidence that she is about to give birth.
- Hands. She is pictured in prayer, showing again that she is not a god, but praying to someone else who is. Her knee is slightly bent which could indicate a prayerful dance.
Dec 12, 2016 · It marks the date in 1531 when the Virgin Mary purportedly appeared to an indigenous Mexican, in the last of several apparitions. Participants celebrate the apparition of the Virgen de...
4 days ago · Our Lady of Guadalupe, the Virgin Mary in her appearance before Saint Juan Diego in a vision in Mexico in 1531. The name also refers to the Marian apparition itself. Our Lady of Guadalupe holds a special place in the religious life of Mexico and is one of the most popular religious devotions.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Dec 10, 2020 · A statue of the Virgin of Guadalupe, at the Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe, in Mexico City. AP Photo/Rebecca Blackwell. Why the Virgin of Guadalupe is more than a religious icon to...
- Rebecca Janzen
Feb 15, 2024 · The Virgin of Guadalupe is a central religious and cultural icon first depicted in the 16th century. Artistic interpretations of the Virgin have varied, incorporating distinct styles and techniques over time. Modern artistic depictions continue to shape the Virgin of Guadalupe’s significance and legacy.
She stands alone, her hands clasped in prayer, an angel at her feet. We have all seen her image. She is Our Lady of Guadalupe, a life-sized portrayal of the Virgin Mary as she appeared in 1531 on the cactus-cloth tilma, or cape, of St. Juan Diego, an Aztec peasant and devout convert.
