Many of the Black Madonnas that Grace Europe are of African Origin. A major influence in the history and cultivation of Christianity originates in Africa, specifically under the deeds of the Evangelist Mark. Born in Africa, he emigrated to Palestine around the time of Christ's Ministry, became a companion of both the Apostle Peter and John, and returned to Africa to become Bishop of Alexandria. This episode of The Black Madonna Speaks will explore Mark's biography and influence on African Christology, and later in the episode, we will explore Our Lady Mother of Africa a modern Black Madonna sculpted by Ed Dwight for the Mother of Africa Chapel at the National Shrine of the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Washington DC.
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