Thousands flock to Jerusalem for `Holy Fire’ ceremony
17:03 04.05.2013
Tens of thousands of pilgrims visited the Old City of Jerusalem
Saturday to observe the `Holy Fire’ ceremony marking the day preceding
Orthodox Easter, Israel Radio reported.
The annual occurrence held at the Church of the Holy Sepulcher stands
as the holiest event for the Orthodox Christian sects.
Attendees participated in the passing of a flame borne by Greek
Orthodox and Armenian clergymen exiting the place of Jesus’s tomb
within the church.
Burning candles will also be flown out to Orthodox communities
throughout the world.
The faithful believe that it is through divine intervention that the
first flame comes to life – much like Jesus did at the same spot a day
after his crucifixion.
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