Post by Tamrin on Sept 15, 2008 17:01:38 GMT 10
There are almost five hundred so-called "Black" Madonnas scattered over Europe, the highest concentrations appearing in France and Italy. Many are believed to have miraculous powers of healing and protection.
While many of these dark-skinned Virgins are explained away as the result of candle soot or age, most appear to be deliberately created with black skin. Some bear reference to the Song of Songs from the Old Testament:
While many of these dark-skinned Virgins are explained away as the result of candle soot or age, most appear to be deliberately created with black skin. Some bear reference to the Song of Songs from the Old Testament:
"I am black, but beautiful, daughters of Jerusalem.
Like the black tents of Cedar, like the pavilions of Solomon."
Like the black tents of Cedar, like the pavilions of Solomon."
The Black Madonna of Montserrat
