At Knock Ireland, one of the witnesses, Bridget Trench tried to kiss the feet of Mary, but all she felt was the wall of the church. Secondly, it is claimed that the closer one got to the apparition the more the apparition receded. These 'facts' are used by skeptics to disprove the authenticity of the apparitions at Knock and I must admit, they cause me to waver too. A hallmark of most Marian apparitions is their physicality. A few examples come to mind. At Guadalupe, Mary rearranges the roses in Juan's tilma and ties it about his neck; At Lourdes (in contrast to Knock), Bernadette is able to kiss Mary's feet; At Rue du Bac Catherine is able to recline on Mary's lap. These are just three examples.
Insights...anyone?
Thanks.
Insights...anyone?
Thanks.