Stigmata of St. Francis

The Stigmata of St. Francis refers to the phenomenon where St. Francis of Assisi, an Italian saint who lived in the early 13th century, is believed to have received the wounds of Christ on his body. This event, said to have occurred in 1224, symbolized his deep spirituality and identification with Jesus’ suffering. St. Francis became the first recorded person to bear these wounds, making him a pivotal figure in Christian mysticism. The stigmata are often interpreted as a profound expression of faith and a physical manifestation of his devotion to Christ.