St. Anne
Virgin's maternal parent
St.
Anne is the traditional name for the mother of the Virgin Mary, making her the grandmother of Jesus Christ.
Though not mentioned in the Bible, she appears in early Christian texts and became a popular saint in Catholic and Orthodox traditions.
Many churches, schools, and places bear her name: the Basilica of St. Anne in Jerusalem, St. Anne's Parish.
Her feast day is July 26.
- motherFemale parent
- MaryCommon feminine name
- blessed motherMary, revered as divine
- grandmotherMother of a parent
- JesusChristian faith's divine son
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