![]() It is said that Saint Lazarus does not reveal his miracles. ![]() The water from the miraculous spring grants blessings to those who wash with it, so many devotees, after praying to the saint, go there to clean their illnesses, diseases and ailments. Near the statue, a fountain emanates a stream of water that, according to popular legends, was blessed by the deity. In the Sanctuary located in El Rincón, the effigy is placed on the outskirts of the church, as by rule the institution does not recognize the Saint Lazarus that the devotees venerate. On December 17, the day of Saint Lazarus and Babalú Ayé, thousands of believers flock to the place to thank and ask the saint and the Orisha for help. Sanctuary of San Lázaro Bendito in CubaĮl Sanctuary of San Lázaro, is located west of the capital city of Santiago de las Vegas, precisely in the town "El Rincón" and is today one of the most revered places in the country, with its Catholic church with altars and chapels that are also dedicated to other deities venerated by Cubans as Caridad del Cobre and Santa Bárbara. Thousands of people travel many kilometers, from all over Cuba. all will fulfill their mission to Saint Lazarus. Those who carry promises walk barefoot, crawl, carry a weight on their shoulders, carry thousands of offerings. Months before, faith and devotion have already passed through Cuban roads, people who have prayed to the deity of the Catholic religion and representative of Afro-Cuban culture. Promises to the saintĪs a saint venerated by the Cuban people, there are many who make promises to him in exchange for the return of health or the healing of a loved one.Īnd that is why the pilgrimage to pay tribute in the Sanctuary of San Lázaro, it is not only limited to the month of December. In Cuba, Saint Lazarus is syncretized in Santeria with the Orisha Babalu Aye, African deity of the Yoruba religion, healer of leprosy, smallpox, venereal diseases, skin and in general of pests and misery. In moments of anxiety, you need to hope and believe in something that helps you recover faith and maintain peace in your life.In Cuba, the cult spans centuries and devotees offer the saint great offerings and sacrifices, every December 17, a day in which many keep promises and wear sackcloth in his honor.Įvery year the pilgrimage to Sanctuary of San Lázaro to pay tribute to him, there are more than 15 believers who go there to thank, pray, meditate and implore his miracles. Pray to Saints because they are already in heaven, and they can intercede for you. These Saints are mediators between humanity and the Supreme Being. Each Saint is identified with natural forces as well as with human interests or endeavors. Saints are spiritual beings who have been tasked with maintaining this Earth, watching over the affairs of humanity and each has dominion over a portion of nature. I open my mind and heart believing in your infinite power. Give me strength to resist temptation and live in wellness. Intercede with all your hearts blood, to liberate me from those who would interrupt my path. You, the sublime and generous protector, who opens your heart to all good people. I look to you, Saint Lazarus to confuse them and remove them from my life. Please keep away all the wicked, miserable people who lurk in the shadows seeking to harm me. Cleansing, purifying and restoring to me wellness and strength. May your healing hands rest upon me, flowing into every cell in my body and into the depths of my soul. Saint Lazarus Prayer: “Saint Lazarus I ask in your most sacred and sweet name that you help me on the path of spiritual peace and material success. The many miracles of Saint Lazarus are celebrated on each year on his feast day of December 17th. He developed so a close friendship with Lazarus, who followed his teaching and ideals. ![]() Jesus knew his father Simon and used to visit their home every time he was in the area. ![]() He was born in Bethany, a small town near Jerusalem. Saint Lazarus, patron of the sick, brother of Martha and Marty, and a close friend of Jesus.
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