In Ohio, a statue of the Virgin Mary on display seemed to open and close its eyes, as if blinking. Witnesses see this as a miracle, possibly conveying a message to people.
According to a report by WJW TV station, the incident took place on August 2 in Parma, northeastern Ohio, where a statue of Our Lady of Fátima was being exhibited.
Our Lady of Fátima is one of the titles of the Virgin Mary. In 1917, three shepherd children in Fátima, Portugal claimed to witness apparitions of the Virgin Mary on the 13th of each month for six consecutive months.
Connie Liptak, who witnessed the statue blinking in Parma, said, “I know it is a miracle because I was looking at her all morning. The eyes really closed. You could see her eyelashes come down.”
Katie Moran, President of the World Apostolate of Fatima USA, captured photos of the statue opening and closing its eyes and shared them on social media.
Moran said, “I took a picture of it, thinking, ‘This is really nice.’ Then I took another one to confirm. When I looked at it, the eyes were closed. I said, ‘Wow!'”
The statue received a blessing from Pope Paul VI in Fátima in May 1967 and was gifted to England by the bishop of Fátima in 1968. Since 1968, the statue has been exhibited in over 100 countries.
Moran believes that the statue showing this miracle now serves as a warning to the world. For those who may hold skeptical views, she has a message.
She said, “For those who believe, no proof is necessary; for those who do not believe, no proof is possible. This is faith, and I believe.”
Liptak added, “I want to say, ‘I won’t lie – I know what I saw, and I believe what I saw.'”
This incident has sparked discussions and debates among believers and non-believers alike, with interpretations ranging from skepticism to staunch faith. Those who witnessed the event stand firm in their conviction that they experienced something extraordinary, regardless of interpretation.
The concept of miracles and divine interventions often leads to a deep reflection on faith, sparking renewed interest in spiritual matters and prompting individuals to contemplate the mysteries of the unknown. In a world filled with uncertainties and challenges, such occurrences provide a sense of hope and faith for many believers.
As the discussion around these events continues to unfold, it serves as a reminder of the enduring power of faith and the profound impact that moments of wonder and awe can have on individuals and communities.