Enshrined in the Church of...
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Enshrined in the Church of the Holy Sepulchre in Jerusalem is Calvary, the place where Jesus died on the cross. Most of this stone hill called Golgotha has been enclosed within the church structure in order to protect it from vandals and souvenir seekers. However, at the base of the stone hill there is a section of three foot by four foot glass that allows one to look upon the rock for oneself. At the top of Calvary, a chapel has been constructed which contains a life-size crucifix made of precious metals. Countless incense burners, and an altar adorn the chapel. Under the altar there is an opening which one can reach down and touch the stone of Calvary. For some Christians this is a less than memorable experience. However, there is one thing about this place that stands out in the pilgrim's mind. Leading up to the top of Calvary is a narrow staircase. One must climb the hill of Calvary very slowly and carefully, always looking up until you round a corner and find yourself looking up, up to the cross of Christ. -- Angus
