Misunderstandings of the Third Secret of Fatima

The Third Secret of Fatima, intended for release in 1960, is often misinterpreted, particularly by Bishop Strickland, who claims the Virgin Mary mandated its release. However, Sister Lucia clarified that she alone chose the 1960 date, believing the message would only be understood later. This assertion is bolstered by the fact that the Virgin Mary did not specify a public release by this date. The conclusion drawn by Strickland about the secrecy surrounding the secret is thus based on misconceptions not supported by Sister Lucia's own comments.