'The relics of Jesus allow Catholicism to assert its foothold in areas where it is a minority'

'The relics of Jesus allow Catholicism to assert its foothold in areas where it is a minority'

The Tunic of Argenteuil, said to have been worn by Christ, is on display to the public at the Saint-Denys Basilica until May 11. In an interview, historian Nicolas Guyard traces the origins of this relic and analyzes the role of such objects in a secularized society and post-Vatican II Catholicism.

Nearly 4,000 pilgrims came to worship her on Good Friday. It is less than expected. The relic will remain exposed for three weeks.

RELIGION. Exposed until May 11 in the Basilica of St. Denys of Argenteuil (95), the Holy Tunic attracts thousands of visitors. But is this really the garment worn by Jesus?

This town on the outskirts of Paris hopes to attract 400,000 visitors with this piece of clothing that Jesus would have worn on the way to the crucifixion.

"It's Jesus who attracts": Crowds and fervor in Argenteuil for the display of the Holy Tunic. For the first day of the solemn display of the Holy Tunic, Good Friday, pilgrims were in attendance. The relic of the Passion will be on display until May 11 in the Basilica of Saint-Denys in Argenteuil. Published on 04/19/2025 at 11:00 AM Zen Reading The display of the Holy Tunic began on Good Friday in the Basilica of Argenteuil. Many faithful are the…