Saint Francis before the Lords Resurrection
Saint Francis's encounter with the Crucified Christ is a pivotal moment in his spiritual journey, predating the resurrection of Jesus Christ as described in the Bible. Before his death, Francis received the stigmata, which physically manifested the wounds of Christ on the cross. This event, rather than being a post-resurrection experience, was a pre-death vision that solidified his connection to Christ's suffering.
Here's a more detailed breakdown:
The Stigmata:
Francis received the stigmata, the wounds of Christ's crucifixion, two years before his death.
Pre-Death Vision:
This event occurred on Mount Alverna while Francis was in prayer, not after Christ's resurrection.
Connection to Christ's Suffering:
The stigmata symbolized Francis's identification with and embrace of Christ's suffering on the cross.
Transcendental Significance:
The stigmata were a visual manifestation of Francis's spiritual journey and his profound connection to Christ's sacrifice, a journey that predated the resurrection of Christ as described in the Bible.
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