Sacred Heart Jesus Statue - 3.9" - 6.7" - 8.7" Wood Carving
This solid wood, handmade statue of Jesus, available in 10cm (3.94in), 17cm (6.69in), or 22cm (8.66in) heights, showcases the Sacred Heart with intricate carving details. The warm wood tones and flowing robes create a reverent focal point, perfect for office or prayer space. This vintage-style piece deepens devotion and makes a meaningful gift.
Scripture:
"But one of the soldiers with a spear opened his side, and immediately there came out blood and water." - John 19:34 (Douay-Rheims) +
Sacred Heart Jesus Statue - 3.9" - 6.7" - 8.7" Wood Carving
The Sacred Heart of Jesus is a cherished devotion in Catholicism, symbolizing the boundless love, compassion, and mercy of Jesus Christ for humanity. This devotion centers on the physical heart of Jesus as a representation of His divine and human love, often depicted in religious art as a heart encircled by thorns, pierced by a lance, and radiating flames or light, signifying His sacrificial love and burning zeal for souls. Rooted in Scripture, particularly passages like John 19:34, where Jesus’ heart was pierced on the cross, the devotion was popularized by mystics like St. Margaret Mary Alacoque in the 17th century, who received visions of Jesus promoting this devotion.
The Sacred Heart is honored through practices like the First Friday Devotions, the Feast of the Sacred Heart (celebrated 19 days after Pentecost), and prayers such as the Act of Consecration to the Sacred Heart. Statues and images of the Sacred Heart, often crafted in materials like wood, serve as powerful reminders of Jesus’ love, inviting believers to deepen their faith and trust in His mercy.
