Assumption of the Virgin

The Assumption of the Virgin Mary is a Catholic belief that Mary, the mother of Jesus, was taken up into heaven body and soul at the end of her earthly life. This doctrine emphasizes her special role in salvation history and her purity, affirming that she was granted a unique privilege by God. It is celebrated on August 15 and underscores her close union with Christ and her ongoing importance as a spiritual figure, inspiring devotion and reflecting her status as the Mother of the Church.