Archangel Michael - Mont Saint-Michel, France
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Mont Saint-Michel and legend about the Archangel Michael...
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Location: Normandie, France
Date Posted: 09/01/2014
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Mont Saint-Michel is most recognisable landmarks in France.
When you come to the Mont Saint-Michel island you probably notice a very steep tower. On the top this tower is situated a statue of Archangel Michael (
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According to legend, the Archangel Michael appeared in 708 to St. Aubert, the bishop of Avranches, and instructed him to build a church on the rocky islet. Aubert repeatedly ignored the angel's instruction until Michael burned a hole in the bishop's skull with his finger.
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