What is the story of Santo Nino de Cebu?
According to the local legend, the survival of the statue was seen as a sign of miracle by the colonizers, and ever since it has been believed to have miraculous powers. The image of the Santo Niño is the oldest surviving Catholic relic in the Philippines, along with the Magellan’s Cross.
Who built the Basilica of Sto. Niño in Cebu?
Fray Juan de Albarran
Basilica del Santo Niño
| Minor Basilica of the Holy Child | |
|---|---|
| Heritage designation | National Cultural Treasure, National Historical Landmark |
| Designated | 1941 |
| Architect(s) | Fray Juan de Albarran, O.S.A. |
| Architectural type | Church and convent |
Where is the original Sto. Niño de Cebu?
The statue of the Santo Niño de Cebu is one of the most beloved and recognizable cultural icons in the Philippines. It has been common knowledge that the original statue is encased inside a bulletproof glass in a chapel at the Basílica del Santo Niño.
Why is Santo Niño important in the Philippines?
The country’s oldest Catholic icon, the Santo Niño, is known for His miracles and people’s devotions that transcend religions. In the words of Pope Francis, the Holy Child is the Protector of the Philippines for half a millennium thus His significance both in our history and culture.
Who found the Sto Nino?
The exact location of the church is the same spot where Legazpi’s Spaniard troupe discovered the image of Sto. Niño. It was thought to be the gift of Ferdinand Magellan to Queen Juana, the wife of Rajah Humabon, as a sign of their allegiance and over forty years after their baptism to Christianity.
Why is Basilica del Santo Niño important?
Significance of The Santo Niño in Cebu The Santo Niño, a representation of Jesus as a black holy child is housed inside the Basilica to this day. The statue is believed to be the same statue given by Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan to Queen Juana back in 1521. The Santo Niño is now seen as the patron of Cebu.
When was Santo Nino Basilica built?
1566
Andres de Urdaneta founded the Sto. Niño monastery. The first church was then built in 1566 by Fr. Diego de Herrera with only wood and nipa.
Why do Filipinos worship Santo Niño?
In the centuries since, the image of Santo Niño de Cebú (Holy Child of Cebú) has been purported to be miraculous in nature and responsible for marvels ranging from healing the sick to causing infertile women to become pregnant. The statue survives today and is kept in the Basilica del Santo Niño in the Philippines.
What is the meaning of Santo Niño?
Definition of santo niño : an image of the Christ child.
How old is Sto. Niño?
The Santo Niño at 500 is a solemn celebration of the 500-year milestone of our country’s great history. The country’s oldest Catholic icon, the Santo Niño, is known for His miracles and people’s devotions that transcend religions.
What does Nino mean in Filipino?
who; whose
Definition for the Tagalog word nino: nino. [pronoun] who; whose. Root: nino. Very Frequent.