Mount Carmel is a mountain overlooking the blue Mediterranean Sea just about three miles above the city. In the 1200's a group of hermits found this an excellent place for contemplation with a breathtaking view unobstructed by the fairly large citiy which perches at the foot of the mountain today. At some point even earlier, it was dedicated to the Assumption of Mary. The Carmelite Order takes its name from this mountain.
St. Simon Stock, a Carmelite, received the Scapular from Mary. it is a sign of Mary's motherly protection for those who commit themselves to her and give a first place to prayer and the spiritual life.
Bro. Rene
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