Pietà sculpture dedicated at Pulluvila in Thiruvananthapuram

A Pietà sculpture was formally dedicated at the coast of Pulluvila, in Vizhinjam, Thiruvananthapuram. St. Jacob Forane Church led its installation. The sculpture depicts the Virgin Mary holding the body of Jesus Christ after his crucifixion.

The sculpture is 43 feet tall. Including the cross installed with it, the total height exceeds 70 feet. Sculptor Devadathan, from Azhimala in Pulinkudi, created it. It was blessed and dedicated by Auxiliary Bishop R. Christudas of the Latin Archdiocese.

Notable Points

• Michelangelo’s Pietà: Michelangelo’s Pietà in Saint Peter’s Basilica is the only work of his that he signed. He carved his name on Mary’s sash.