Beschrijving
The Nun who Saw the World. A nun (named Beatrice) breaks her vow and leaves the convent (out of love or passion). During her absence the Virgin Mary takes her place in the community [K1841.1]. When the nun returns to the convent the miracle becomes evident.
Motief
K1841.1
Commentaar
Early version documented in the Middle Ages (1197), Giraldus Cambrensis, Gemma ecclesiastica (II,11).
Oorspronkelijk Verhaaltype
770
Subgenre
sprookje