The Roman centurion understands this, and acknowledges Jesus as the Son of God. From the Cross he triumphs - ever anew. Lord Jesus Christ, at the hour of your death the sun was darkened.

Tradition recounts that Longinus, a Roman centurion, pierced the side of Jesus with this very spear during the crucifixion.

From the Gospel according to Matthew 27:54-55: When the centurion and those who were with ... There are faithful ones who remain with him. Under the Cross stand Mary, his Mother, the sister ...