The Holy Tilma of Guadalupe: Every Symbol & Its Meaning
Our Lady of Guadalupe
The Image of Our Lady of Guadalupe presents the Catholic Faith in a way that was immediately understood and accepted by the native peoples of Mexico. Every detail of color, symbol, and form on the Tilma of Saint Juan Diego carries profound theological meaning.
ā¦ Click any glowing point on the image to discover its meaning ā¦
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Her Hair
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Her Eyes
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Stars on Mantle
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Hands in Prayer
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Cross on Medallion
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Dark Ribbon
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Jasmine Flower
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Garments & Colors
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4-Petaled Flowers
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8-Petaled Flowers
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Among the Clouds
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Stands Before the Sun
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Stands on the Moon
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Angel with Eagle's Wings
Symbols
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Hair
2
Eyes
3
Stars on Mantle
4
Hands in Prayer
5
Cross on Medallion
6
Dark Ribbon
7
Jasmine Flower
8
Garments & Colors
9
4-Petaled Flowers
10
8-Petaled Flowers
11
Among the Clouds
12
Stands Before the Sun
13
Stands on the Moon
14
Angel with Eagle's Wings
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You have just explored the sacred symbols woven into Her miraculous image.
Now bring that same sacred presence into your home, chapel, or parish.
Each piece is officially certified and sourced directly from the
BasĆlica de Guadalupe in Mexico City.
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Sources & Scholarly References
Institute for Guadalupe Studies
University of Dallas ā Interdisciplinary research on the theological, scientific, and cultural significance of the Tilma.
Carl Anderson & Msgr. Eduardo ChƔvez
Our Lady of Guadalupe: Mother of the Civilization of Love ā Comprehensive theological and historical analysis of the apparition and its symbolism.
Fr. JosƩ Luis Guerrero
Symbolism of the Tilma ā Detailed study of the iconographic and cultural meaning of each element of the sacred image.
Dr. JosƩ Aste Tonsmann
Research on ocular reflections ā Scientific analysis revealing 13 human figures reflected in the eyes of Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Basilica of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Historical Archives, Mexico City ā Primary source documentation on the apparitions of 1531 and the history of the Tilma.
Guadalupe Shrine & Pilgrimage Center
guadalupeshrine.org ā Authoritative Catholic reference for devotional and theological content on Our Lady of Guadalupe.
Ave Maria (Instrumental)
Schubert Ā· Concert Band Ā· Public Domain
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