MARIAN_TITLE
Our Lady of Częstochowa
A title of the Blessed Virgin Mary
Mary venerated through the ancient icon enshrined at the Jasna Góra monastery in Poland, known as the Black Madonna and honored as Queen of Poland.
origin
The revered icon, traditionally attributed to Saint Luke and enshrined at the Jasna Góra monastery in 1382, became a national shrine of Poland; the Blessed Virgin was solemnly proclaimed Queen of Poland in 1656.
theological Significance
Darkened by age and marked by two scars on the Virgin's cheek, the image is a sign of Mary's maternal protection over the Polish nation and a destination of pilgrimage for centuries.
feast Day
08-26