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

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.

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 ...

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I declare unto you the gospel … that Christ died for our ... tom in two from top to bottom. The centurion who commanded the execution squad on duty at the cross, and who had witnessed many ...

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