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Here, visitors can gaze upon the icon of the Virgin Mary, which sits surrounded by gifts from those who come to pray.—Stacey Leasca, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026 Icons are ancient works of religious art, often depictions of Jesus, the Virgin Mary, saints and scenes from the Bible.—Olivia Wakim, AJC.com, 5 Apr. 2026 Large statues of the Virgin Mary show her in various states of mourning, even in anguish.—Alexis Marshall, NPR, 3 Apr. 2026 Outside, the protesters sang hymns and chanted prayers and held signs and images of the Virgin Mary.—Adam Harrington, CBS News, 2 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for the Virgin Mary