They are usually called icons.
It is called an icon.
They are called icons.
The idea of a god being born of a virgin is most commonly associated with the story of Jesus in Christianity. This concept is not as prevalent in other religions, although there are myths and legends in some cultures that involve gods or important figures being born to virgin mothers.
Senakulo is a traditional Filipino theatrical play that depicts the Passion of Christ, featuring a cast of biblical characters. Key figures include Jesus Christ, portrayed as the central character; the Virgin Mary, his mother; and Judas Iscariot, the betrayer. Other notable characters include Pontius Pilate, the Roman governor; Mary Magdalene; and various soldiers and disciples who contribute to the narrative of Christ's crucifixion and resurrection. The play often involves a mix of local and historical figures, reflecting cultural interpretations of the Passion story.
Mary had only one child - Jesus. Joseph was the foster father of Jesus. After the birth of Christ, Mary remained a perpetual virgin and had no other children by Joseph.
No-one, since He was the Son of God through the virgin Mary. No other human can claim to have been born in this manner.
Not quite. According to several studies, there are some images that look reflected on the Virgin's eyes. These figures appear to include a bearded man as well as other human figures which seem to be praying; these figures look like a family, including various children and a mother carrying a baby on her back -- like many women do in Mexico. Oddly enough, these images conform to the Samson-Purkinje effect on the eye, discovered during the 19th century. The painting of Our Lady of Guadalupe was performed during the 1530's.
During Semana Santa (Holy Week) processions, floats typically carry statues of religious figures, such as Jesus Christ, the Virgin Mary, and saints. These statues are elaborately decorated and paraded through the streets as part of the religious traditions and ceremonies. Flowers, candles, and other religious symbols may also adorn the floats.
Jesus Christ, Born of the Virgin Mary. The other major figures are St Joseph Jesus' foster father and husband to the blessed virgin. The Three shepards who are summond to the place of the birth by the Archangel Gabriel. There are also the three magi (also known as the three wise men or the three kings) who traveled from their hmes in the east to give gifts to the infant Jesus and to worship him, they gave him gifts of Gold Frankinsence and Myrh. The Archangel Gabriel is also important as he tells the Blessed virgin she is to bear Jesus and thsu become Mother of God, he also summons the shepards.
All Christians believe in the Virgin Mary. Believe means to think she existed. Now if you mean venerate (honor and pray to), then no, they do not.
Of course not! in the bible it says The only way to get to heaven is through Jesus Christ our Lord. Catholics do not worship the Virgin Mary as worship is reserved only for God. We do, however, honor and venerate Mary as the Mother of God.
He uses the imagery of the body, where Christ is the head & Christians are all various different parts with differing functions. Its in the book of 1 Corinthians, Chapter 12.