In Catholic tradition, the Five Holy Wounds, also known as the Five Sacred Wounds or the Five Precious Wounds, are the five piercing wounds that Jesus Christ suffered during his crucifixion. The wounds have been the focus of particular devotions, especially in the late Middle Ages, and have often been reflected in church music and art.

Apr 11, 2020 · The Bible records the following seven wounds or scars of Jesus: 1-The Wounds on His head. Matthew wrote, “And plaiting a crown of thorns, they put it on His head… (ch. 27:9, also John 19:5). The type of thorns that were grown in Jerusalem were called the Arabian Nebulae. This plant had sharp thorns that were up to 4 inches long.

May 18, 2019 · In all the universe we have no place. Our wounds are hurting us; where is the balm? Lord Jesus, by Thy Scars, we claim Thy grace. Because he chose to suffer for us, Jesus’s scars also tell us of his love, and his Father’s.

Feb 8, 2025 · Jesus was brutally beaten, crowned with thorns, and nailed to the cross. The wounds inflicted upon His body are not only a testament to the cruelty of humanity but also serve as a marker of the immense physical pain He endured.

and He Himself bore our sins in His body on the cross, so that we might die to sin and live to righteousness; for by His wounds you were healed. And you shall bruise him on the heel.” From now on let no one cause trouble for me, for I bear on my body the brand-marks of Jesus.

As we have seen, Jesus calls on us to remember His affliction, including the piercing, the cup, the sour wine, and the gall. No matter how many years we have rehearsed these events, let us remember once again what our Savior went through bodily for us.

Feb 18, 2025 · The Five Wounds of Jesus: A Deep Dive into Their Significance. The five wounds of Jesus Christ are a central element in Christian theology and devotion, representing the physical suffering endured during his crucifixion. These wounds are not merely historical artifacts; they hold profound spiritual and theological significance, serving as a ...

Jesus Christ finds such beauties in his wounds that he will not renounce them, he will wear the court dress in which he wooed our souls, and he will wear the royal purple of his atonement throughout eternity.

Apr 25, 2024 · The Five Wounds of Christ became a focal point for meditation and prayer, offering believers a tangible way to connect with the immense pain Jesus endured on their behalf. The Five Wounds are not mere historical curiosities; they serve as …

Apr 21, 2017 · Thomas provides five reasons that Christ’s wounds are fitting in His glorified body. His reflections, from the Summa Theologiae III, Q. 54, Art. 4, are beautiful and poignant. St. Thomas’ words are presented below in bold, black italics, while my remarks appear plain red text.