The Purity and Holiness of Mary
December 8th is the day of the Immaculate Conception and is an important holiday in the Catholic tradition. This date celebrates the doctrine of the Immaculate Conception, which states that Mary, the mother of Jesus, was conceived without original sin. The origin of the celebration dates back to the 9th century, but the doctrine was formally proclaimed as a dogma of the Catholic Church by Pope Pius IX in 1854. The definition that Mary was conceived without original sin is based on interpretations of biblical passages and aims to highlight Mary's purity and holiness, preparing her to be the mother of the Savior. Immaculate Conception Day is a holiday in many countries, especially in nations with strong Catholic traditions, such as Portugal and Spain.
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