Category:Relics of Luke (subject)

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According to Christian traditions, Relics of Luke are (or were) preserved in several locations, notably, the Basilica of Santa Giustina in Padua, Italy, and the Cathedral of Prague, Czech Republic.

Overview

Tomb of Luke at Padua

In 1177 the bishop of Padua, Gerardo Offrenducci, announced the rediscovery of the tomb of Luke in the cemetery of the Basilica of Santa Giustina, along with the remains of other saints, including St. Giustina herself and S. Mattias Apostle.

The legend goes that the remains of St. Luke were carried from Constantinople to Padua by St. Urio. The tomb is currently located in the left transept of the Basilica.

Giustina Church Padua.jpg Luke Left Transept Padua.jpg Luke Tomb Padua.jpg

The Skull of Luke at Prague

In the mid-14th century, the Emperor Carl IV presented the skull of the saint from Padua to the Cathedral of Prague, where is still preserved.

External links

  • [ Wikipedia]

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