Feast of San Gennaro - Wikipedia
WEBThe Feast of San Gennaro (in Italian: Festa di San Gennaro), also known as San Gennaro Festival, is a Neapolitan and Italian-American patronal festival dedicated to Saint Januarius, patron saint of Naples and Little Italy, New York.
History - The Feast of San Gennaro
WEBSaint Gennaro was Bishop of Benevento, Italy, and died a martyr in 305 AD during the persecution spearheaded by Emperor Diocletian. He signed his death warrant when he visited the deacons, Sosso and Proculo, and the laymen, Eutichete and Acuzio, in jail.
The Festival of San Gennaro in Naples - TripSavvy
WEBJun 26, 2019 — San Gennaro, the Bishop of Benevento and martyr who was persecuted for being a Christian and finally beheaded in 305 AD, is the most important patron saint of Naples. Inside the Cathedral or Duomo, the Chapel of the Treasure of San Gennaro is decorated with Baroque frescoes and other artworks.
The History and Heroism of San Gennaro
WEBSep 10, 2023 — The body of San Gennaro is preserved in Naples, where he is honored as the city’s principal patron. The Neapolitans pray to him for protection from fires, earthquakes, plagues, droughts and the eruption of Mt. Vesuvius. In every emergency San Gennaro is their powerful champion and universal helper. The Prodigy
Your Complete Guide To Little Italy's Iconic Feast Of San Gennaro
WEBSep 16, 2022 — The Feast of San Gennaro takes place this year from Thursday, September 15th through Sunday, September 25th. It runs the length of Mulberry Street in Little Italy and Nolita, from Canal Street to Houston Street, with blocks-long branches spreading westward on Hester and Grand Streets.
Exploring the Legacy of San Gennaro: Naples’ Beloved Patron Saint
WEBFeb 2, 2024 — Through the exploration of San Gennaro’s legacy, from the artistic artifacts and vibrant street art to the sacred buildings and ancient catacombs, we’ve traversed a journey through Naples’ rich tapestry of faith, culture, and history.
San Gennaro: A Traditional Catholic Neapolitan Feast
WEBMay 13, 2018 — The event includes religious processions, colorful parades, traditional Italian food and old style musical entertainment. A version of the San Gennaro feast held in New York was also featured in The Godfather II and III.
A guide to Little Italy's 98th annual Feast of San Gennaro - 6sqft
WEBSep 12, 2024 — The 11-day Feast of San Gennaro returns to Little Italy from September 12 through September 22 with Italian American food and traditional music.
Feast of San Gennaro in Naples - Italia.it
WEBIn Naples, the 19th of September is the Feast of San Gennaro. This very special day for Neapolitans is an explosion of popular devotion to the city’s patron saint and a fascinating synthesis of tradition and spirituality.
Festa Di San Gennaro Naples - The Feast Of San Gennaro Naples
WEBJan 21, 2024 — On the feast of San Gennaro Naples celebrates this ancient patron saint of the city. Crowds gather in the Duomo, or Cathedral, to pray for and witness one of the most famous miracles in Christianity. The blood of San Gennaro, or Saint Januarius, mysteriously liquefies – an event nobody can quite explain.
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