The Stone of Unction - Anointing

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The Stone of Unction, also known as the Stone of Anointing, is the place where Christ’ body was laid down after being removed from the crucifix and prepared for burial
Ron Peled, AllAboutJerusalem.com

The Stone of Unction, also known as the Stone of Anointing, is the place where Christ’ body was laid down after being removed from the crucifix and prepared for burial.

He was anointed and wrapped in shrouds as the Jews customarily prepared their dead for burial at the time.

As you can see in the photo below, the Stone of Unction is a polished red stone and measures six meters in length and one meter wide.

It is customary for pilgrims to kiss the stone or rub it with oil and then wipe it with a cloth.

The Stone of Unction / Anointing in the Jesus Tomb

Photo: Ron Peled

The stone of unction (Anointing) next to the Golgoltha

Photo: Ron Peled

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