Story of the Virgin Mary apparition in Clearwater,
FL
Story of the Virgin Mary apparition in Clearwater,
FL
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What I say: Please feel free to print the images or you can contact me to request a print sent. I have placed these pictures online for you, that they would help you and yours, in the best way you can imagine. What others have said: The Virgin Mary apparition in Clearwater, Florida, has motivated and inspired over a million visitors and locals alike. I am one of those people. The feeling that comes over you when you gaze at her beautiful image impressed upon me the desire to share this vision of faith and hope with those who cannot make the pilgrimage to Clearwater. Although I am not a professional photographer, my desire to share this moving experience, enabled me to capture her essence in several very moving photographs. "Whenever I pass by, I turn my head in her direction to see how many visitors are there drawing strength and unity from her image. It is estimated that over a million people from all over the world have made a point to stop in Clearwater to view the image of the Virgin Mary, and she continues to be a favorite gathering place of locals as well. She has brought new meaning to my community and to me personally. I feel the spiritual power of the Virgin Mary image can bring one closer to God and bring us an inner peace and harmony to share with the world around us." The apparition of the Virgin Mary was first discovered sometime in 1994, but it wasn't until December of 1996 that foliage blocking its view was removed, and the impressive visage of this amazing image could clearly be seen. The apparition stretches almost 60 feet high and more than 20 feet across. The apparition is layered on nine bronze colored glass panels with shades of purple, blue, yellow and green radiating from the reflective window surfaces. She is a majestic, robe draped figure contoured almost to perfection as if by a stained glass artisan. Her head seems slightly tilted, gazing reverently downward, seeming to look at you personally, standing below her. |
