Our Lady Of Perpetual Help: Significance

The painting of Our Lady Of Perpetual Help draws back to a number of centuries. It is said, according to great historians, that this very picture of the blessed Our Lady of Perpetual Help is a partial copy of Madonna which has thought to be painted by Saint Luke the Evangelist. This very picture which was painted by Saint Luke was venerated on the island of Crete. When the island was conquered by the Turks, the church was destroyed and the picture vanished in 1798.

When the picture was found in 1863, the Pope Pius 1X made it known that this Blessed Virgin should be venerated. "Spare no effort to make Our Lady of Perpetual Help known and venerated, because this Madonna will save the world", this was The Holy Father's words. The significance behind Our Lady Of Perpetual Help is not known to many. Therefore, to know more about Our Lady Of Perpetual Help and the significance behind the painting, you need to read on.

The Star on the veil
The star on Our Lady's veil, resembles the Star of the Sea. It is said that this is the star which brought the light of Christ to the darkened world.

The Virgin Eyes
It is believed that the eyes of the blessed Virgin Mary are large. It depicts Her carrying all our troubles and it is turned to us, in an assurance she is always there for mankind.

Jesus's Sandal
The sandal which is seen to be falling off from Jesus's foot is a symbol to show a soul clinging to Christ by one last thread. It is of great devotion to Our Virgin Mother Mary.

The Initials over The Virgin's head
If you look closely, you will see Greek initials or letters MR and THU. These letters of the words mean, Mother of God.

Initials Over Little Jesus's Shoulders
The significance of the painting of Our Lady Of Perpetual Help has a lot of importance. Many wonder what the letters ICXC stand for. It simply means Jesus Christ.

Christ's Hands
Many wonder what is the significance of Christ's hands in the painting of Our Lady Of Perpetual Help. Christ's hands are clutched in his Mother's right hand to show her protection.

The angel on the right
The angel on the right is none other than St. Gabriel the Archangel who is seen holding the Cross and the nails depicting Jesus's passion.

The angel of the left
It is St. Michael the Archangel who carries a lance and gall-sop showing the depiction of Christ's Passion.

The Virgin's Clothes
The red tunic which Our Lady Of Perpetual Help is wearing shows that she is a Virgin. It was the colour worn by virgins at the time of Christ. The blue tunic which is also worn by Our Lady Of Perpetual Help has a significance which tells us that she is a mother. It was the colour worn by mothers in Palestine.

The Background
The golden colour background symbolises Heaven where Mother Mary and Jesus are now enthroned. The gold also shines through their clothing which shows heavenly joy.

So, this is the true significance of Our Lady Of Perpetual Help's painting. We hope for you to spread the word of Her healing touch to millions around the world.