In a religious context, particularly within Catholicism, an apparition is an appearance of a supernatural being, like the Virgin Mary, to humans on earth. These events are often seen as messages of faith, hope, and divine protection.

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: Ascension Press provides a comprehensive overview of how the Church investigates and approves these sightings.