Why is the Poong Nazareno black?
The Black Nazarene was carved by an unknown Mexican from dark wood in the 16th century and then brought to the Philippines in 1606. It depicts Jesus en route to his crucifixion. The Black Nazarene is venerated by Filipino devotees every Friday.
What is the meaning of Quiapo the procession of the Black Nazarene?
The Feast of the Black Nazarene commemorates the anniversary of the translation or the transfer of the image from its original location at a church in modern-day Luneta Park to Quiapo. It was moved to the SaintJohn the Baptist Church, which is know commonly referred to as the Quiapo Church, on January 9, 1787.
What is the Traslación or the Black Nazarene procession for?
The procession of the image is the highlight of the Feast of the Black Nazarene and attracts millions of devotees who walk barefoot ahead of and behind the life-size image of Jesus Christ carrying the cross.
What is the procession of the Black Nazarene?
The procession attracts millions of devotees who walk barefoot ahead of and behind the life-size image of Jesus Christ carrying the cross. Devotees jostle with each other for the chance to touch the image which is carried by a sea of devotees onboard the “andas” or carriage.
What happens during Black Nazarene?
The Black Nazarene feast is traditionally celebrated with a grand procession called Traslacion, where millions of devotees would jostle their way to touch the carriage carrying the venerated statue as they believe doing so could bring healing, answer prayers, or lead to miracles.
What Black Nazarene procession awes American tourist?
American tourist Gerry Blevins got a baptism of fire when he was lured to the massive daylong pilgrimage and took part briefly in the procession. He said touching the Black Nazarene image gave him a tough time, but added that “people just got to have the patience.”
What is the complete theme of the 500 years of Christianity in the Philippines?
Gifted to Give
The Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines chose the theme, “Gifted to Give” to last March 14, 020 to April 2022. We Filipinos rejoice and give thanks. We have been given the gift of faith, hope, and love “to give away” or share with others wherever we are or wherever we are sent.