PARIS — The ancient relic revered by many Christians as Jesus Christ’s “Crown of Thorns” is returning to Notre Dame Cathedral, five years after it was saved from the devastating 2019 fire that ravaged the iconic landmark.
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A Sacred Homecoming
The Crown of Thorns — a circular band of branches encased in a gilded golden tube — will be ceremonially reinstated at its historic home on Friday. The event will be presided over by the Archbishop of Paris and attended by members of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulcher, symbolizing a pivotal moment in the cathedral’s ongoing restoration.
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A Relic Steeped in History
The Crown of Thorns was first documented by pilgrims in Jerusalem during the 5th century. It was later moved to Constantinople in the 10th century before being acquired by King Louis IX of France in 1239. The French king brought the relic to Paris, where it was housed at Notre Dame Cathedral. To ensure its protection, King Louis IX also commissioned the construction of Sainte-Chapelle.
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After spending time at Sainte-Chapelle, the relic was eventually returned to Notre Dame, where it remained until the devastating fire on April 15, 2019. Thanks to swift action by firefighters, the Crown of Thorns and other sacred treasures were preserved, stored in sealed cases that ensured their safety.
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Public Display and Veneration
Beginning January 10, the Crown of Thorns will be made available for public veneration every Friday through April 18, culminating on Good Friday. Following that, the relic will be displayed on the first Friday of each month.
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This public display offers visitors and the faithful an opportunity to connect with the relic’s profound spiritual and historical significance, as Notre Dame continues its path toward full restoration.
