1. The Annunciation

3. This is a picture from India
What can you see over the head of Mary? Why do you think this is here?
Why is there no Angel shown?

4. This is a very famous painting by Fra Angelico
What do you notice?
On the left hand side is a picture of the story Adam and Eve in the Garden. Why do you think this is there?
Hint- Mary said Yes to God how does this contrast with Adam and Eve

5. How is this similar to the Indian picture?
Mary is shown kneeling why do you think this is?
What do you think she was reading?
Why does the Angel kneel to her?

6. This is a modern picture and uses symbols to covey meaning.
What can you see?
Try to explain the symbols
Spirit, bowed head, hand (power of God overshadow you)

7. This is a modern picture by Tibor Kovacs
Why does Mary hold a book in her hand?
What do you think the large light behind is meant to symbolise?