The mother pelican is a popular medieval symbol for Christ. She is shown surrounded by her chicks and pecking her chest to feed them on her own blood when no other food is available, even if it means she might die.
This image reflects Christ giving his blood for the life of the world and is often depicted on altars to connect with Christ’s presence in the body and blood of the Eucharist.
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