On October 13, 1917, over 70,000 people gathered in Fatima, Portugal, responding to a prophecy made by three shepherd children, Lucia Santos, Francisco, and Jacinta Marto, that the Virgin Mary would appear and perform a miracle. On May 13, 1917, the Blessed Virgin Mary appeared to them for the first time. Over the next six months, she appeared to them six times, always on the 13th of the month, delivering messages that would change the world.

She introduced herself to the children, saying, I am the Lady of the Rosary. Mary promised that in October she would perform a miracle so all would believe. On October 13, 1917, 70,000 people gathered in Fatima, despite heavy rain, waiting to see if Mary’s promise would come true.

Suddenly, the clouds broke and the sun began to spin, change colors, and zigzag across the sky, something that defied all natural laws. Many thought it was the end of the world, while others fell to their knees in awe. Even secular newspapers documented the event, making it one of the most well-recorded miracles in history.

The miracle of the sun profoundly impacted to the Catholic devotion, drawing millions to the shrine at Fatima.

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