This litany to the Blessed Virgin Mary was composed during the Middle Ages. The place of honor it now holds in the life of the Church is due to its faithful use at the shrine of the Holy House at Loreto. It was definitely approved by Sixtus V in 1587, and all other Marian litanies were suppressed, at least for public use. Its titles and invocations set before us Mary's exalted privileges, her holiness of life, her amiability and power, her motherly spirit and queenly majesty.
The principle that has been followed in their interpretation is the one enunciated by the same Pius IX: 'God enriched her so wonderfully from the treasury of His divinity, far beyond all angels and saints with the abundance of all heavenly gifts, that she...should show forth such fullness of innocence and holiness, than which a greater under God is unthinkable and which, beside God, no one can even conceive in thought.'
Hence, whatever virtue and holiness is found in angels and saints must be present in Mary in an immeasurably higher degree.
Let us pray- Grant, we beseech Thee, O Lord God, that we Thy servants may enjoy perpetual health of mind and body, and by the glorious intercession of the Blessed Mary, ever Virgin, be delivered from present sorrow and enjoy everlasting happiness. Through Christ Our Lord. Amen
The life of the blessed virgin mary pdf. May the life of the blessed virgin mary pdf devotions to the blessed virgin mary refers to special marian devotions held in the catholic church during the month of may honoring the virgin mary as the queen of may.These services may take place inside or outside.A may crowning is a traditional roman catholic ritual that occurs in the month of may.For. The Life of the Blessed Virgin Mary From the Visions of Ven Anne Catherine Emmerich Incredibly revealing and edifying background of Our Lady her parents and ancestors St Joseph plus other people who figured into the coming of Christ Many facts described about the Nativity and earl. ☆ PDF Read by ↠ Anne Catherine Emmerich Thomas A. Its the Catholic Church that gives most importance to the Virgin Mary among all the Churches. But yet they fail to give an account of her early life in their version of the bible. Here I have tried to give a brief account of the early life of Mary until the birth of Jesus. Every feast of the Blessed Virgin Mary is, in some way, a commemoration of her Motherhood—that is, the Maternal role she plays in the life of her Son and, by a special gift of grace, the whole of the Mystical Body of Christ, the Church. Mary is, in a word, the Mother of God and the Mother of the Church.
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Incredibly revealing and edifying background of Our Lady, her parents and ancestors, St. Joseph, plus other people who figured into the coming of Christ. Many facts described about the Nativity and early life of Our Lord, as well as the final days of the Blessed Mother–all from the visions of this great mystic. Impr. 411 pgs, PB
Published February 1st 2004 by TAN Books (first published 1852)
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Powerful book. So much more information about the Blessed Virgin Mary and her whole life.
I love the writings of Emmerich. I would recommend this well edited edition to all: https://www.amazon.com/Life-Blessed-V...
I love the writings of Emmerich. I would recommend this well edited edition to all: https://www.amazon.com/Life-Blessed-V...
Jan 03, 2019Christine Calabrese rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
Can I write a second review? Well, I'm just going to say that this book drew me closer to love Our Lady and that's the best kind of book. How can we ever thank her for her love and service to all mankind? I don't know, except to spread the news that She is Our Mother and the Mother of Our Lord! Hail Mary full of grace! Amen!
Having grown up Protestant, where Mary is rarely mentioned except around Christmas, but even then almost casually. This book was quite a revelation. I knew nothing of her or Joseph family background. I found the story of Joachim's and Anna an inspiring story of faith. How difficult it was for Joseph, to marry Mary and then by faith to stay with her and Jesus and protect them even it meant giving up every thing he had to follow God's words. It would have been so much easier for him to turn his ba...more
Nov 12, 2012Stacy Jens rated it it was amazing
If you want to see our Mothers life from a mystics journey with the family of The Blessed Virgin and with The Blessed Virgin, jump on this book. It brought me to the realization life is not easy for a reason, i.e. it was not easy for holy families. Perseverance, purity, hard work, prayer and more prayer got them graces. Loved it.
Aug 11, 2018Christine Calabrese rated it it was amazing
This book should be read and shared with everyone. The details that are given in this book enable the believer to love the Blessed Mother, walk with her as she guards this Holy Child. You learn about the 3 Kings and their incredible journey, you learn about the love of the Apostles for the Blessed Mother and you learn about the Assumption of Our Lady. Get this book!
Aug 08, 2013Catherine Corman rated it it was amazing
'These romantic people, they said, were always full of fantastic ideas about the stars'
-Anne Catherine Emmerich, The Life of the Blessed Virgin Mary
-Anne Catherine Emmerich, The Life of the Blessed Virgin Mary
This book was not quite what I expected, although the title is not necessarily misleading, it should probably state 'the vision of' rather than 'from the visions of'. The text was basically a (somewhat) edited transcript and occasionally a description of Sr. Emmerich's visions with brief injections of how she was feeling on a particular day. The book also seems to spend more time discussing the family of the Blessed Virgin rather than her own life, and there is way too much detail about certain...more
Aug 26, 2019Esteban Aguilar rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
Amazing book describing the visions that Anne Catherine Emmerich had on the life of the Virgin Mary which gives us a lot of insight on something that is not written about anywhere else. Great read, amazing to know how some of this important mysteries happened.
Feb 11, 2018Melanie rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
Loved this book! I completely understand that the gentleman doing the transcription may have taken some artistic liberties, but it gave me a richer understanding of Mary's life and helped me consider some aspects I had overlooked before.
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Mar 17, 2018Caitlin Streit rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
Nice read
I have enjoyed this book. I am not sure many of the stories could be proven . But we are to take much on faith.it is an uplifting and inspiring read. I would recommend it.
I have enjoyed this book. I am not sure many of the stories could be proven . But we are to take much on faith.it is an uplifting and inspiring read. I would recommend it.
Aug 21, 2019Colin Ahearn rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
A brilliant book on the life of Blessed Virgin Mary.
Dec 07, 2018Scott Nvenue rated it it was amazing
The Life of the Blessed Virgin Mary: From the Visions of Ven. Anne Catherine Emmerich is a thoroughly enjoyable and inspirational book. As the title relates, this is a biography of the Blessed Virgin Mary as compiled from the visions of Emmerich. The scope of these visions ranges from the Immaculate Conception to her Assumption. Scripture can be sparse about this subject, and this book is good for fueling our imaginations and helping us to picture these events. I read this during the Advent and...more
Mar 07, 2019Anthony Bruno rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
Brideshead Revisited remains the best book I have ever read, fiction wise. This book on the life of The Blessed Virgin Mary contains no fiction - the first few chapters make you aware of this. I seriously cannot think of a suitable adjective to use in describing this work by Bless Ann Catherine Emmerich. Neither 'stunning' or 'beautiful' would do it justice. One thing for sure - I will be re-reading it each and every year for the remainder of my life.
So far I am having a really hard time with this book. I have not gotten very far in it but so far think that Mary's parents were more selfish then particulary pius. I am going to finish the book so maybe I will change my mind. I started reading this to get a better picture of Mary as a mother . So far I have more questions then answers.
Well I finished it and for me it was not helpful. I believe the visions were very much colored by the persons own predudices, times and knowledge. It interfered...more
Well I finished it and for me it was not helpful. I believe the visions were very much colored by the persons own predudices, times and knowledge. It interfered...more
The gift of reading this glorious knowledge of Our Blessed Mother Mary and Our Lord and Savior is one of the most beautiful miracles in my life. I have such respect for Anne Catherine for her devout love and humility in this wonderful sharing of her visions to a most gifted writer. Together they have given the world what Angels could only know. My prayer life has benefited and my Heart is Joyful!
Sep 29, 2009Mary Charest rated it it was amazingRecommended to Mary Charest by: N/A
This was one of the most fascinating books I have ever read. It is about the life of the Blessed Mother and Jesus as told through a nun's ecstatic visions. It is narrated in a way that is easily understood and touching.
After reading some other reviews I was a little hesitant. Some said it was not believable, but I had no trouble with it. You must be able to discern the truth for yourself. It's all in the discernment. It rang true for me.
After reading some other reviews I was a little hesitant. Some said it was not believable, but I had no trouble with it. You must be able to discern the truth for yourself. It's all in the discernment. It rang true for me.
Mar 04, 2015Marcela Garcia rated it really liked it · review of another edition
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In general, the book portrays a more 'human' side of the Virgin's life in this earth: her trials and tribulations as a woman, in particular before her death when the author sees her anxiety to be meet her Son and the ever omnipresent God in eternity.
In general, the book portrays a more 'human' side of the Virgin's life in this earth: her trials and tribulations as a woman, in particular before her death when the author sees her anxiety to be meet her Son and the ever omnipresent God in eternity.
Mar 21, 2016Ibrahim Reyes rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
Faith is required to start, as one must first believe that the path to Christ is through His mother. This book should take you to a special place and improve your understanding of pre-Christian life, the origin of Our Mother and what became of her after His crucifixion, with her travels to Ephesus and beyond with the Apostle James (Santiago).
Feb 17, 2014Jennifer M. Franks rated it it was amazing
I was fascinated by the detail of Anne Catherine Emmerich's visions- a story form of these visions can be found in He Shall Be Peace: The Prophecy of the Child Jesus. Anne Catherine's visions come to life with dialogue and imagery for the Holy Family.
This book is fascinating! It can be tedious at times but it is such an amazing account. Good reflection of it here. https://lettersfromyoursister.wordpre...
Apr 16, 2015Nick Fernandez rated it really liked it
Emmerich gives incredible details about the life of Mary and Joseph from their early days. The book helps readers to gain greater appreciation for the Holy Family and the context into which our Blessed Lord was born.
Feb 22, 2017Maureen rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
Our Lady, Our Mother
What a spiritual joy! Thank you Anne Catherine Emmerich! God bless you and thank you for this book. Amen! Amen#
What a spiritual joy! Thank you Anne Catherine Emmerich! God bless you and thank you for this book. Amen! Amen#
Dec 16, 2015marina rated it it was amazing · review of another edition
Great Book
I LOVED THE BOOK. I WAS SO BLESSED TO READ IT IN DECEMBER. I LEARNED ABOUT MARY'S LIFE. SHE WAS A BRAVE LADY
I LOVED THE BOOK. I WAS SO BLESSED TO READ IT IN DECEMBER. I LEARNED ABOUT MARY'S LIFE. SHE WAS A BRAVE LADY
Not really what I was looking for, history lesson on Mary and I got prayers, but ok
May 19, 2016Melissa Michelle rated it it was amazing
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you ll have a strange feeling that she was there
The best book I've ever read and it's not a fantasy It's for real!
I really enjoyed this book.It was a fascinating story and really gave me a better understanding of The Virgin Mary's life. Recommend this to anyone wishing to learn more about Christ's Mother.
Mar 31, 2017Missy Funderburk rated it it was amazing
Whether you believe her visions to be real or simply stories, Anne Catherine Emmerich brings intimate detail to the lives of the people from the Bible we long to know more about. Her vivid descriptions of an ancient time period essential to the Christian faith transform important but short sentences in the Bible into a living testimony. We only get a glimpse of Mary in Scripture, but through Emmerich we are allowed to peek into her day-to-day life. By the end of the book, I felt like I personall...more
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Blessed Anne Catherine Emmerich was a Roman Catholic Augustinian nun, stigmatic, mystic, visionary and ecstatic.
The daughter of a peasant couple, Anne Catherine Emmerich worked as a seamstress and servant before entering an Augustinian convent in 1802 at age 28. Frail and pious, she became known for her ecstasies, visions of the supernatural and 'conversations' with Jesus.
After she became bedridd...more
The daughter of a peasant couple, Anne Catherine Emmerich worked as a seamstress and servant before entering an Augustinian convent in 1802 at age 28. Frail and pious, she became known for her ecstasies, visions of the supernatural and 'conversations' with Jesus.
After she became bedridd...more
“The reason why Mary became His Mother and why He did not come sooner was that she alone, and no creature before her or after her, was the pure Vessel of Grace, promised by God to mankind as the Mother of the Incarnate Word, by the merits of whose Passion mankind was to be redeemed from its guilt. The Blessed Virgin was the one and only pure blossom of the human race, flowering in the fullness of time. All the children of God from the beginning of time who have striven after salvation contributed to her coming. She was the only pure gold of the whole earth. She alone was the pure immaculate flesh and blood of the whole human race, prepared and purified and ordained and consecrated through all the generations of her ancestors, guided, guarded, and fortified by the Law until she came forth as the fullness of Grace. She was pre-ordained in eternity and passed through time as the Mother of the Eternal.” — 1 likes