Tradition recounts that Longinus, a Roman centurion, pierced the side of Jesus with this very spear during the crucifixion.

And on the Cross, the Church of the Gentiles is born. The Roman centurion understands this, and acknowledges Jesus as the Son of God. From the Cross he triumphs - ever anew. Lord Jesus Christ ...

Another inscription honors a Roman centurion named Gaianus ... with the Greek word "ΙΧΘΥΣ" (Ichthys), in reference to Jesus. The symbol relates to biblical stories such as Jesus' calling ...