On social media, many viewers were stunned after a viral video captured a moment showing a Virgin Mary statue ‘shedding tears’ days before the Pope’s death.
A statue of the Virgin Mary appeared to weep just two days before Pope Francis’ death. It sparked claims of a miraculous sign.
A Virgin Mary statue was filmed shedding tears on Good Friday in Colombia
On social media, a footage showed a Virgin Mary statue with what appears to be tears on her face during a Good Friday sermon in Colombia.
The event occurred at St John Eudes Parish in Aguas Claras, within Norte de Santander, during the Sermon of the Seven Words.
This sermon reflects on the final seven sayings of Jesus during his crucifixion. These sayings are recorded in the New Testament and are cherished by Christians around the world.”
Parishioners recorded the moment and shared it widely online.
The the video quickly drawing viral attention and declarations of a supernatural occurrence.
Social media reaction
Witnesses believe the weeping statue Is a sign from heaven and a message to humanity.
Online reactions described the moment as a miracle. Many users saying, “She’s really crying” and calling it “beautiful and divine.”
Others interpreted the weeping as a message of sorrow for human wrongdoing, symbolizing God’s dismay at worldly suffering and spiritual neglect.
One user said, “The Virgin of Sorrows feels the pain, that’s why she cries”. It reflected longstanding Catholic interpretations of Marian grief.
One person said: Holy Mary pray for us sinner’s now and the our of our death. Amen.
A second wrote: I heard that this is the last pope before judgement please let’s try and repent oh.
While a third commented: Why did she not use the tear to heal him
Another added: Hah she wasn’t happy that her son has risen? Why is she crying
What is the possibility of a statue crying? Fake tears! Someone else said.
Aother user wrote: May the Lord be praised, there’s nothing our God cannot do.
However, the local Diocese in Ocana has not issued an official statement regarding the incident or verified the claim of miraculous weeping.
Pope Francis died on easter Monday at 88 following weeks of hospitalization
Just two days after the event, Pope Francis passed away at the age of 88.
He had recently been hospitalized due to pneumonia and breathing difficulties.
Despite his illness, he managed to deliver the traditional Easter Sunday blessing from St. Peter’s Basilica. While, this came shortly after a meeting with President JD Vance.
His death came only hours after the Easter celebration.
It made the end of a papacy known for humility, reform, and personal simplicity.
The Vatican released images of Pope Francis in an open coffin
The Vatican Secretary of State was seen praying over the Pope at Domus Santa Marta, as photos of his body were released.
Francis was dressed in red liturgical vestments, with a papal mitre on his head and rosary beads in hand during the solemn rite.
Cardinal Kevin Farrell, the Vatican camerlengo, conducted the official declaration of death, and papal apartments were sealed shortly afterward.
Starting Wednesday, the public will be able to pay their final respects to Pope Francis.
His body lies in state at St. Peter’s Basilica in Vatican City. Cardinal Giovanni Battista Re will lead the funeral mass.
The ceremony will conclude with a special procession through St. Peter’s Square.
A global gathering of mourners and dignitaries is expected as the Catholic Church bids farewell to one of its most transformative leaders.
Pope Francis Requested a Simple Burial at the Basilica of Saint Mary Major
Francis made clear he wished to avoid traditional pomp. He requested a modest burial “in the earth” at Saint Mary Major, not St. Peter’s.
The chosen site lies in a side nave between the Cappella Paolina and Capella Sforza, inside Rome’s historic Marian basilica.
A twelve-foot chipboard barrier and locked door now conceal the site, guarded by police to maintain security ahead of final interment.
Above it rests the marble plaque of Pope Paul V, who was buried nearby in 1621, marking the location’s sacred legacy.