Ora pro nobis: the virgin as intercessor in Medieval art and devotion

The cult of the Virgin is central to the thinking of the Middle Ages. Her standing as intercessor and mediator stems from her role as Dei Genetrix - Mother of God. Since the subject cannot be understood from textual evidence alone the book is fully illustrated.

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Main Author: Oakes, Catherine (Author)
Format: Book
Language:English
Published: London Miller 2008
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Summary:The cult of the Virgin is central to the thinking of the Middle Ages. Her standing as intercessor and mediator stems from her role as Dei Genetrix - Mother of God. Since the subject cannot be understood from textual evidence alone the book is fully illustrated.
Item Description:Includes bibliographical references (p. 251-261) and index
Physical Description:XI, 288 S. Ill. 28 cm

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