What’s behind the visually stunning ‘Holy Fire’ ceremony in Jerusalem?

Thousands Gather at Church of Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem for Holy Fire Ceremony

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Thousands gather for centuries-old Holy Fire ceremony in Jerusalem

Orthodox Christians celebrate Holy Fire tradition in Jerusalem, passing miraculous flame in the ancient basilica.

The Holy Light from Jerusalem was brought to the country on Saturday evening by the Superior of the Settlements of the Romanian Patriarchate at the Holy Places, Father Archimandrite Teofil Anastăsoaie. The Holy Light was transported in a special chandelier, carved in silver and carefully made, in the workshop of church objects of the Romanian Patriarchate. On each side of it are engraved holy symbols. The flame was quickly carried to the Patriar…

What’s behind the visually stunning ‘Holy Fire’ ceremony in Jerusalem? - National

Thousands gathered in Jerusalem for the Holy Fire ceremony, a centuries-old Easter tradition marked by awe and controversy over safety, access, and crowd control.

What's behind the visually stunning 'Holy Fire' ceremony in Jerusalem?

On the Saturday before Easter, thousands of Christians gather in the dark and cavernous Church of the Holy Sepulcher for a centuries-old ceremony known as the “Holy Fire.”

The Holy Light was lit at the Tomb of the Resurrection of the Lord in Jerusalem on Saturday, at around 2:30 p.m. Thousands of believers gathered there to participate in this special service and receive light.