Ignacio Lesta Pelayo

Holy Mary, Queen of Heaven and Earth

This work examines the title of Holy Mary as Queen of Heaven and Earth from its biblical, theological and magisterial foundations. It analyses her relationship with the kingship of Jesus Christ, her Divine Motherhood, her unique association with her Son’s saving work, and her glo...

Holy Mary, Gate of Heaven

This work examines the Marian title “Gate of Heaven” (Ianua Caeli), analysing its biblical, theological and spiritual foundations. It examines the relationship of this title with the centrality of Jesus Christ in salvation, Mary’s spiritual motherhood, her intercession, her wisdo...

Holy Mary, Seat of Wisdom

This article examines the Marian title Seat of Wisdom (Sedes Sapientiae) on the basis of its biblical and theological foundations, especially the mystery of the Incarnation and Mary’s divine motherhood. It also explores its development in the Tradition of the Church, its presence...