St. Francis Xavier Relics in Goa

After canonization his body was moved to the north transept of the church and later moved to its present location following the construction of the mausoleum. It was placed in a silver casket made by local Goan artisans and was put on permanent display. A three tiered catafalque was constructed in the 1680's and it was consecrated in 1698. All along, the body was continuously being handled by devout followers as it was on display all the time. It was also … [More]