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What’s behind the visually stunning ‘Holy Fire’ ceremony in Jerusalem? - National | Globalnews.ca

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Thousands of Christians gather in the cavernous Church of the Holy Sepulcher for a centuries-old ceremony known as the Holy Fire .

Orthodox Christians believe the light miraculously appears inside the Holy Edicule , built on the traditional site of Jesus ’ tomb.

In 1834 a frenzied stampede broke out in the darkened church, and 400 pilgrims died in the melee.

Israeli authorities have sought to limit participants in recent years , citing safety concerns.

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