📚 Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception
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Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception is a title of the Blessed Virgin Mary that honors her being conceived without original sin. This dogma, solemnly defined by Pope Pius IX in 1854, emphasizes Mary’s purity and special role in God’s plan of salvation as the Mother of Jesus Christ. Devotion to the Immaculate Conception is widespread, and Mary under this title is often depicted wearing white and blue, crowned with stars, and standing on a crescent moon. She is venerated as a model of holiness, grace, and unwavering obedience to God’s will. Origin: Ancient devotion formalized in 1854 (Pope Pius IX) | Feast Day: December 8 Patronage: United States, the Philippines, the city of Rome, and all who seek purity and grace.