Marie of the Incarnation was a 16th-century French religious leader and nun, born Barbara Avrillot in Paris. After marrying and raising seven children, she later entered the Discalced Carmelite order, taking the name Marie of the Incarnation. She is primarily recognized for her pivotal role in establishing the Discalced Carmel in France, founding numerous convents across the country. Known for her profound charity during times of famine and her deep spiritual life, she was a significant figure in French religious history during the early seventeenth century.