Today, July 13, we celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Chartres, honoring the Black Madonnas enshrined in the magnificent Chartres Cathedral—sacred, dark-skinned icons of the Virgin Mary and Infant Jesus. Notre Dame de Pilar and Notre Dame de Sous-Terre, rooted in medieval and pre-Christian traditions, draw pilgrims to this holy site, renowned for its miracles, labyrinth and Gothic splendor. Devotees seek healing and divine connection, captivated by the mysteries these living icons embody.
Our new "Black Madonnas of Chartres" rosary honors their enduring grace, inviting contemplation of Chartres’ mystical legacy on this special feast day and every day.
"Our Lady of the Pillar at Chartres stands as a radiant beacon of divine grace, her dark visage whispers ancient mysteries that draw the soul into the heart of the sacred feminine." - Joseph Campbell
Celebrate the sacred mysteries of Chartres with our exquisite Our Lady of Chartres Rosary Necklace, a wearable prayer honoring the divine feminine. This handcrafted rosary features a stunning medal showcasing the revered Black Madonnas—Notre Dame de la Pilar and Notre Dame de Sous-Terre—radiant icons of the Virgin Mary and Infant Jesus enshrined in the iconic Chartres Cathedral. Crafted with devotion, the rosary is adorned with an Immaculate Heart connector, symbolizing Mary’s boundless love, and a sterling silver cross from the hallowed Sacré-Cœur Basilica in Paris, infusing each bead with celestial grace. Designed as a working five decade rosary, it can also be worn as a necklace. This sacred piece invites pilgrims and devotees to carry the mystical legacy of Chartres’ divine feminine energy close to their hearts, perfect for prayer or as a spiritual keepsake to wear on your sacred journeys.
The Notre Dame de Sous-Terre
Notre Dame de Sous-Terre, the captivating Black Madonna of Chartres Cathedral, exudes a profound mystical essence, drawing pilgrims into deep spiritual reflection. Nestled in the cathedral’s ancient crypt, this sacred icon, a replica of an 11th-century figure, embodies the divine feminine with an aura of timeless sanctity. Her dark presence and subterranean shrine evoke the mysteries of the earth’s womb, whispering of rebirth, healing, and cosmic unity. As a radiant beacon of grace, Notre Dame de Sous-Terre invites devotees to journey through the cathedral’s labyrinth, unveiling the soul’s sacred connection to the divine.
