St. Longinus: The Centurion Who Pierced Christ’s Side
Tradition holds that the soldier who pierced Christ’s side at the Crucifixion came to believe in him and is honored today as St. Longinus, whose monumental statue stands in St. Peter’s Basilica.
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Vatican Unveils the Holy Lance: a Solemn Tribute to Soldier of Faith St. Longinus
According to tradition, Longinus not only witnessed the crucifixion but also was healed of a malady of the eyes by the blood that flowed from Jesus’ side.
St. Longinus: A Saint for Conversions
On Oct. 16, we can celebrate that the heart of one particular Roman soldier was transformed.
