Saint Bernadette, a mummy preserved perfectly for 143 years

 Saint Bernadette, born Marie-Bernarde Soubirous, was a young French girl who became known for her encounters with the Virgin Mary in Lourdes, France. Her life and the subsequent events surrounding the apparitions had a profound impact on both her personal journey and the wider religious community. Introduction In a small town in the south of France, a young girl named Bernadette was born on January 7, 1844, into a humble family. Little did anyone know that this unassuming girl would go on to become one of the most revered saints in the Catholic Church. Early Life of Saint Bernadette Birth and Childhood Bernadette's early life was marked by poverty and hardship. She was the eldest of nine children, and her family struggled to make ends meet. They lived in a small, cramped room in Lourdes, a town known for its natural beauty and religious significance. Family Background Bernadette's parents, François and Louise Soubirous, were hardworking and devoutly Catholic. They instilled st