Philippines’ Black Nazarene procession draws hundreds of thousands of devotees
Hundreds of thousands of barefoot devotees joined an annual procession in the Philippines of a centuries-old statue of Jesus Christ on Thursday in one of the world’s grandest displays of Catholic ...
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Today I Learned: The Black Nazarene Has Always Been Black
Contrary to popular belief, the original statue likely did not catch fire during its journey from Mexico to Manila.
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Black Nazarene procession attracts millions in the Philippines
Filipino Catholic devotees jostle one another to touch the Black Nazarene during its annual procession on Jan. 9, 2025, in Manila, Philippines. Credit: Ezra Acayan/Getty Images Rappler ...
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Honoring Jesus Christ as a young Sto. Niño or an adult Black Nazarene.
Festivals are prime manifestations of the Filipino’s fervent devotion and faith characterized by history, artistry, creativity, and passion. “Viva Pit Senyor” and “Viva Senyor Hesus Nazareno” ...