Overview
- The Holy Tunic, believed by some to have been worn by Christ during his passion, is on display at the Basilica of Saint-Denys in Argenteuil from April 18 to May 11, 2025.
- This ostension is part of Jubilee 2025, a Holy Year declared by Pope Francis to encourage pilgrimage and penance.
- Church officials remain cautious about the relic's authenticity, emphasizing devotion over historical certainty.
- Daily security involves 200 police officers as the event is expected to draw nearly 400,000 pilgrims to the Paris suburb.
- Senior clergy, including 21 bishops and 5 cardinals led by Vatican Secretary of State Pietro Parolin, are presiding over the ceremonies.