The Lily of Israel: The Life of the Blessed Virgin is a book written by Olympe Philippe Gerbet and published in 1916. The book is a biographical account of the life of Mary, the mother of Jesus, as told through the lens of Catholic theology and tradition. The author presents Mary as a model of piety and devotion, and explores her role as a key figure in the Christian faith. The book covers Mary's birth, childhood, marriage to Joseph, the birth of Jesus, and her life after Jesus' death and resurrection. Gerbet also delves into the theological significance of Mary's life, including her role as the ""Mother of God"" and her place in Catholic devotional practices. The book is written in a reverential tone and is intended to serve as a source of inspiration and guidance for Catholic readers. Overall, The Lily of Israel is a comprehensive and detailed account of the life of one of the most revered figures in Christianity.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.