Signa Eucharistica
Lanciano
- Category
- Eucharistic miracles
- When
- 8th century (tradition); studied repeatedly
- Where
- Lanciano, Italy
- In the Church
- Eucharistic miracle · Long veneration
Summary
During Mass, the host becomes visible flesh and the wine becomes visible blood.
What Happened
A doubting priest in the Basilian monastery sees the consecrated elements transformed. Scientific studies in the 20th century report human cardiac tissue and type AB blood, consistent with other Eucharistic miracles.
Why It Matters
Strengthens faith in the Real Presence celebrated at every Catholic Mass.