Did Mary Appear to 100,000 People? Fatima Myths & Mysteries Explained

FATIMA! In 1917, three Portuguese children claimed to witness the Virgin Mary six times, sparking one of Catholicism's most famous miracles. This episode of Religion Camp investigates the Apparition of Fatima - from the mysterious prophecies and the dancing sun phenomenon witnessed by 70,000 people, to the controversial Third Secret that wasn't revealed until 2000. Was it mass hysteria, a divine miracle, or something else entirely? We're examining the evidence, historical context, and lasting impact of this extraordinary event that changed the Catholic Church forever. Welcome to Religion CAMP! 🏕️ 🏕️ FREE TODAY IN HISTORY NEWSLETTER HERE: https://camp.beehiiv.com/ TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Intro 3:40 The Origins of Fatima 6:24 The First Apparition 16:53 The Second Apparition 18:56 The Third Apparition + 3 Secrets 26:49 Revelation of The 3rd Secret 31:31 The Fourth Apparition + Getting Kidnapped 37:32 The Fifth Apparition 39:38 The Miracle of The Sun 45:38 Pope’s Recognition of Fatima 47:17 Lucia’s Death + Final Thoughts