Pilgrims venerating ‘holy tunic’ of Jesus in France pray for cardinals in Rome

Pilgrims venerating ‘holy tunic’ of Jesus in France pray for cardinals in Rome

PARIS (OSV News) — As cardinals gather in Rome ahead of the May 7 conclave, thousands of pilgrims are flocking to the Basilica of St. Denis in Argenteuil, France, to venerate what’s believed to be the holy tunic of Jesus — the seamless robe described in the Gospels. On display until May 11, the relic has drawn intense devotion, particularly following the recent death of Pope Francis. Several cardinals now in Rome for the general congregations, b…

Pilgrims venerating “holy tunic” of Jesus in France pray for cardinals in Rome

What is believed to be the seamless tunic of Jesus is displayed April 26, 2025, in the Basilica of St Denis in Argenteuil, France. Until May 11, pilgrims will be able to venerate the “holy tunic” believed to be what Christ wore before his passion. (OSV News photo/courtesy Diocese of Pontoise) As cardinals gather in Rome ahead of the 7 May conclave, thousands of pilgrims are flocking to the Basilica of St Denis in Argenteuil, France, to venerate …

Pilgrims flock to France to venerate what's believed to be the holy tunic of Jesus - The Dialog

PARIS — As cardinals gather in Rome ahead of the May 7 conclave, thousands of pilgrims are flocking to the Basilica of St. Denis in Argenteuil, France, to venerate what’s believed to be the holy tunic of Jesus — the seamless robe described in the Gospels. On display until May 11, the relic has drawn intense devotion, particularly following the recent death of Pope Francis. Several cardinals now in Rome for the general congregations, being held t…

Reading zen Home / Videos / World Home Videos European world videos Subject by topic Christianity relic clothing crucifixion basilica Saint-Denys Home / World 2 pictures Video Thursday, May 1, 2025 - 19:29 The "Sainte Tunique du Christ" is exhibited at the basilica of Argenteuil, in France Thursday, May 1, 2025

Pilgrims venerating 'holy tunic' of Jesus in France pray for cardinals in Rome - The Leaven Catholic Newspaper

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