Manila - The annual Feast of Black Nazarene happens on Thursday, January 9, 2014. About 12 million devotees are expected to flock in the parade. Livestream video is now available here for netizens to monitor procession from Quirino Grandstand to Plaza Miranda in Quiapo.
The image of Black Nazarene is believed to be miraculous. During the annual procession, devotees attempt to touch the religious image, believing that by doing so, they will be blessed with good health and their prayers answered.
Livestream video for the Feast of Black Nazarene 2014 (event closed):
Earlier, a solemn mass led by Manila Archbishop Luis Antonio Cardinal Tagle was held at 6:00 in the morning. Videos are also available here courtesy of Rappler.com.
The Feast of Black Nazarene commemorates the 'Traslación' or Passage of life-sized, dark wooden statue of Jesus Christ through procession or transfer of the image to its present shrine in Quiapo church.
As the event draws millions of attendance, the government ensures that security and safety of devotees are in the 'top priority'. Meanwhile, Manila Mayor Estrada also suspends classes in all levels for this day.
Read: MMDA releases Feast of Black Nazarene 2014 procession route, traffic rerouting scheme
The image of Black Nazarene is believed to be miraculous. During the annual procession, devotees attempt to touch the religious image, believing that by doing so, they will be blessed with good health and their prayers answered.
Livestream video for the Feast of Black Nazarene 2014 (event closed):
Earlier, a solemn mass led by Manila Archbishop Luis Antonio Cardinal Tagle was held at 6:00 in the morning. Videos are also available here courtesy of Rappler.com.
The Feast of Black Nazarene commemorates the 'Traslación' or Passage of life-sized, dark wooden statue of Jesus Christ through procession or transfer of the image to its present shrine in Quiapo church.
As the event draws millions of attendance, the government ensures that security and safety of devotees are in the 'top priority'. Meanwhile, Manila Mayor Estrada also suspends classes in all levels for this day.
Read: MMDA releases Feast of Black Nazarene 2014 procession route, traffic rerouting scheme
