Marian devotion
Our Lady of Nakhchivan
Nakhchivan, Azerbaijan
The Virgin Mary in the ancient city of Nakhchivan, where tradition says Noah built his ark.
The parish of Nakhchivan
The Catholic parish of Nakhchivan is one of the most important faith communities in Azerbaijan. Founded in the 19th century, the parish has served the Catholics of the region for generations.
The Virgin of the Ark
The image of Our Lady of the Ark is a wooden carving depicting the Virgin Mary with the Child Jesus, surrounded by doves and olive trees. Tradition says that the Virgin appeared to an inhabitant of Nakhchivan during a terrible flood, announcing the end of the deluge.
"The Virgin of the Ark protects those who seek refuge in times of storm."
Noah's Tradition
The inhabitants of Nakhchivan say that the city was founded by Noah after the flood. Tradition says that Noah planted a vineyard in the hills near the city and that the Virgin Mary blessed the first harvests.
Prayer of the Ark
O Mother of God, who protected Noah and his family during the flood, you who blessed the first harvests of Nakhchivan, intercede for us before your Son Jesus. May your protection cover us as the ark covered the righteous. Amen.
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