Everything about Mary is full of sweetness.

 
St. Bernard of Clairvaux, 12th century

Mary acknowledged
that God had done great things for her,
but instead of attributing anything to herself
she speaks these words of praise.

 
St. Claude de la Colombiere, 17th century

The mother of Christ was probably the first person
to whom the risen Jesus appeared.

 
Bl. John Paul II, 20th century

The Lord entered Mary and became a servant;
the Word entered her, and became silent within her.

 
St. Ephraem, 4th century

After Jesus had been laid in the tomb,
Mary alone remains to keep alive the flame of faith,
preparing to receive the joyful
and astonishing announcement of the Resurrection.

 
Bl. John Paul II, 20th century

We who suffer, who are in anguish and anxiety,
should stand with the Virgin Mary under the cross.
Through her we will find the courage to keep believing,
and the strength to bear the burdens that tear our souls apart.

 
Servant of God, Catherine Doherty, 20th century

Simeon's words seem like a second Annunciation to Mary,
for they tell her of the actual historical situation
in which the Son is to accomplish his mission,
namely, in misunderstanding and sorrow.

 
Bl. John Paul II, 20th century

Mary, full of kindness and compassion,
who has not been heard
after having called for your assistance?

 
St. Germanus of Auxerre, 5th century