20-05-2026, 07:51 AM
(This post was last modified: 20-05-2026, 09:19 AM by Radim Dobeš.)
Addition of information to the previous post with reference to the source of the illustrations
Ethiopian liturgical poetry (known as Qene) and hymns use rich, mystical metaphors to symbolize Mary’s role in salvation:The Living Ark of the Covenant (Tabot): The Ark of the Covenant is the most sacred object in Ethiopian Christianity. Mary is symbolized as the "Living Ark" because she carried the Divine Word (Jesus) inside her womb.The Ladder of Jacob: She symbolizes the spiritual bridge connecting heaven and earth, allowing humanity to ascend back to God.The Burning Bush: Like the bush that burned but was not consumed by fire, Mary carried the divine fire of God within her without being harmed.
Ethiopian liturgical poetry (known as Qene) and hymns use rich, mystical metaphors to symbolize Mary’s role in salvation:The Living Ark of the Covenant (Tabot): The Ark of the Covenant is the most sacred object in Ethiopian Christianity. Mary is symbolized as the "Living Ark" because she carried the Divine Word (Jesus) inside her womb.The Ladder of Jacob: She symbolizes the spiritual bridge connecting heaven and earth, allowing humanity to ascend back to God.The Burning Bush: Like the bush that burned but was not consumed by fire, Mary carried the divine fire of God within her without being harmed.