Fra Angelico’s image, which is in the public domain, shows the scene in great simplicity and depth. The Holy Trinity is represented in the three arches beyond the figures of Our Lady and the angel Gabriel, and Mary is shown in her great humility. Gabriel’s posture shows great respect for this lowly and loved servant of God.

Today, may we make our own the words of Our Lady: ‘I am the handmaid of the Lord; be it unto me according to thy word’. May God bless you this day.