14. Explain the titles of Mary in the Litany of Loreto Here are some of the titles in the Litany of Loreto:

• Mirror of Justice = Mary's is like a mirror who reflects the justice of God to us.

• Seat of Wisdom = the Holy Spirit, with the Gift of Wisdom, dwelt in Mary.
• Cause of our Joy = Mary brought Jesus into the world, and He is the source of our joy.
• Spiritual Vessel = Mary's body contained Jesus before He was born.
• Singular Vessel of honor = Mary's body contained Jesus before He was born, and she is worthy of special honor because of this.
• Mystical Rose = Mary is compared to a beautiful flower.
• Tower of David = Mary and Joseph are from the family of David, and Mary's virtue stands out like a tower.
• Tower of Ivory = ivory is a symbol of beauty and purity, and Mary possesses these virtues.
• Ark of the Covenant = the ark in the Old Testament was a special dwelling place for God; Jesus dwelt in Mary's body.
• Gate of Heaven = Mary brought Christ into the world and he brings us to heaven; Mary helps us by her prayers.
• Morning Star = as the "morning star" shines brightly before the sun rises, so Mary as Mother of Jesus, who is the Light of the World (the Sun) preceded his coming.