Since the 4th century, in Naples, the relics of St. Januarius (San Gennaro) — bishop and martyr — have been venerated. In a sealed glass vial is preserved his dried blood.
Three times a year, during solemn ceremonies in Naples Cathedral, the blood miraculously liquefies, bubbling and turning from solid to liquid before the eyes of thousands of faithful.
This has been recorded for centuries, with popes, kings, and scientists present.
The people of Naples see this miracle as a sign of protection. When the blood liquefies, they rejoice, believing it brings blessings and safety for the city.
On the rare occasions when the blood did not liquefy, it was followed by calamities — earthquakes, plagues, or war — strengthening the people’s belief in its divine significance.
Even today, the Miracle of San Gennaro remains one of the most powerful signs of Catholic faith and devotion in the world.
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