I'm hoping for this coloring sheet to convey the message that this day is celebrating the conception of Mary herself, and not her conception of Jesus. This is a very common misconception amongst Catholics, but I think this depiction will help children to understand.
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Symbolism in this picture includes Mary in the womb of St. Anne (wearing her defining veil). St. Anne and Mary both have their backs turned towards the apple tree to visually state that Mary was conceived without original sin. There are 3 beams of light coming down from the sun that stand for the trinity. Also, the snake (Satan) is unhappy about what has happened here. Here's an example of this sheet already colored in:
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Oh, my gosh! This is wonderful! You did a great job! LOVE IT!!!!!
ReplyDeleteI can see you branching out and making hidden picture puzzle sheets, mini books, and games. You go girl!!!!!
Awesome! Finally a CUTE coloring sheet of a saint!! I love the symbolism you've incorporated, how smart are you?? Or should I say, how well the Holy Spirit is working in you!!
ReplyDeleteYou can also make Bible Story Wheels!!!
ReplyDeleteHere are a couple examples to get your creative juices going:
Bible Wheels To Make and Enjoy by Carmen Sorvillo
http://www.christianbook.com/Christian/Books/product?event=AFF&p=1133939&item_no=05382X
Wow!!! I love your coloring page!!! It's beautiful and really helps with explaining the real meaning of this feast day!
ReplyDeleteI found your blog, because you left a comment on mine, thank you for visiting, I'm going to put you on my google reader!!
God bless and happy new year!
nice to "meet" you!
I think this is one of the only illustrations I have seen to portray the Immaculate Conception as what it really is - you are right that people see a painting of Mary titled "The Immaculate Conception" and they think it is actually the Annunciation!
ReplyDeleteI just ran across this and printed a sheet for my son to color today. Thanks! Not only did he enjoy coloring it, but he asked questions and learned a few things about the Immaculate Conception. :)
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