Marian devotion
Our Lady of Hope of Onda
Marian Invocation of Onda (Valencia Community)
Recognized by the Church
Our Lady of Hope is the patron saint of Onda (Castellón), a town known as "the Castle of the Three Hundred Towers." Her patronage was granted in 1502 by Pope Julius II and confirmed by Urban VIII in 1643.
Main data
Origin and history
Our Lady of Hope is the patron saint of Onda (Castellón), a town known as "the Castle of the Three Hundred Towers." Her patronage was granted in 1502 by Pope Julius II and confirmed by Urban VIII in 1643.
The image and the sanctuary
It is venerated in Onda. There is no readily available detailed artistic description of the image.
Sponsorship and coronation
Patron saint of Onda, by concession of Pope Julius II (1502), confirmed by Urban VIII (1643).
Party and devotion
Their festivities honor the Virgin of Hope, with centuries of documented devotion. This devotion is a defining characteristic of the town.
Link to the Rosary
Hope is the virtue of those who walk; the Rosary is the pilgrim's staff, which sustains the soul's step towards God's promise.
A flower for the Virgin
It offers a simple prayer to this advocation. Pray a Hail Mary for Spain and for the peace of the world.
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