Marian devotion
Our Lady of Fuensanta of Coín
Marian Advocation of Coín (Andalusia)
Recognized by the Church
Our Lady of Fuensanta is the patron saint and perpetual mayor of Coín (Málaga). Tradition tells that in 1487 the Virgin appeared to a shepherd; a miracle showed how she had chosen and sanctified the cave and spring that sheltered her for so many years, from which the name "Holy Spring" comes.
Main data
Origin and history
Our Lady of Fuensanta is the patron saint and perpetual mayor of Coín (Málaga). Tradition tells that in 1487 the Virgin appeared to a shepherd; a miracle showed how she had chosen and sanctified the cave and spring that sheltered her for so many years, from which the name "Holy Spring" comes.
The image and the sanctuary
It is venerated in its hermitage in Coín. The image, from the 15th century, measures barely 11 centimeters and, according to some versions, was brought by one of the knights who participated in the conquest of the town.
Sponsorship and coronation
Patron saint and perpetual mayor of Coín. No canonical coronation is recorded.
Party and devotion
Their pilgrimage takes the patron saint to her hermitage; between May 22nd and 30th, she returns to her sanctuary. Devotion to her is a defining characteristic of the town.
Link to the Rosary
In the cave and the spring, God hid a treasure for his people; the Rosary is the inner cave where, in silence, the "holy fountain" of prayer springs forth.
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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