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The Manila Cathedral-Basilica is the Premier Church of the Philippines because of all the Churches in the archipelago, it was the one chosen to become the Cathedral in 1581 when the Philippines was separated from the Archdiocese of Mexico and became a new diocese with its episcopal seat in Manila.
It has a particularly eclectic character, brought about by the mixture of revival, renaissance, and modern styles with a dominantly Marian theme as a tribute to the Immaculate Conception, the cathedral’s titular patroness. The Manila Cathedral covers an area of almost 3,000 square meters.
4th World Apostolic Congress on Mercy Opens at the Manila Cathedral. January 16, 2017. Almost 4000 local and international delegates packed the Manila Cathedral this afternoon for the opening mass of the 4th... Read More.
Manila Cathedral is a time narrative; it is about ruins and ravages, rising and restorations. As its pineapple finials powerfully symbolize, Manila Cathedral represents life cycle; its rich history is a reference to trails and timelines that call for a dynamic continuance.
Beneath the imposing rose-glass window, dominating the facade of the Manila Cathedral is the main portal executed in eight bronze panels by Italian sculptors Alessandro Monteleone and Francesco Nagni. Each panel measures 1.80 meters wide by 4.24 meters.
The Manila Cathedral-Basilica is the Premier Church of the Philippines because of all the Churches in the archipelago, it was the one chosen to become the Cathedral in 1581 when the Philippines was separated from the Archdiocese of Mexico and became a new diocese with its episcopal seat in Manila.
Basic Requirements. ORIGINAL COPIES OF THE BAPTISMAL and CONFIRMATION CERTIFICATES of the bride and groom with the notation “For Marriage Purposes.” (Valid for 6 months) MARRIAGE BANNS: to be brought to the respective parishes of the couple to be posted for three (3) consecutive Sundays.
Episcopal Throne. The Episcopal Throne is the seat of the Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Manila. Found at the left side of the main altar area, it is made of the richest and most significant marble that could be culled from the quarries of Carrara, Italy.
The Chapel of the Blessed Souls has a unique marble altarpiece by the Italian artist Giuseppe Perischetti. The marble relief shows the souls of Purgatory, assisted by holy angels, raising their prayer to Mary, as refugium peccatorum.
At the Manila Cathedral, the crypt is located below the main altar. It shelters the mortal remains of Michael J. O’Doherty, Gabriel M. Reyes, and Rufino J. Cardinal Santos, past Archbishops of Manila. Rendering peaceful solemnity and quiet grace to the crypt is the mosaic of Marcello Avenali.
