BLACK NAZARENE PROCESSION AWES

AMERICAN TOURIST
JULLIANE LOVE DE JESUS JANUARY 9TH, 2014

PERFORMANCE NO. 2 : OUTLINE AND PARAGRAPH FOR

MARK JOSEPH PARAGAS JACKIE ECO

MANUELITO ORTULA SHEENA DACOYCOY

RICHARD MAKABENTA RHEALYN FABI

 BLACK NAZARENE PROCESSION AWES AMERICAN
TOURIST
JULLIANE LOVE DE JESUS JANUARY 9TH, 2014

MANILA, Philippines-It's not only local devotees who would travel for miles and battle
through a sea of ecstatic devotees just to touch the centuries-old black statue of Jesus
Christ known as the Black Nazarene. Some foreigners do, too.
American tourist Gerry Blevins got a baptism of fire when he was lured to the massive
daylong pilgrimage and took part briefly in the procession. He said touching the Black
Nazarene image gave him a tough time, but added that "people just got to have the
patience."
"It's a once in a lifetime thing. You only get one chance to do it," he told.
As the procession kicked off at Quirino Grandstand on Thursday morning, the crowd
swelled in minutes and Blevins was among those who swarmed to the carriage.
 A native of Delaware state, the American national said he came to the
Philippines for his Filipina girlfriend and that it was his first time to participate in
the Black Nazarene procession.
"At first, when I got here at 1 p.m. there's just insanity trying to get to touch the
Black Nazarene," he jokingly said.
Just for a little thrill, Blevins said he climbed a tree to capture the Black
Nazarene being revered by millions of devotees in the most unusual way.
But despite the raucous crowd, he said he still believes that the Philippines is
"much nicer [place] than the United States."
The wooden statue of Christ, crowned with thorns and bearing a cross, is
believed to have been brought from Mexico to Manila on a galleon in 1606 by
Spanish missionariesThe ship that carried it caught fire, but the charred statue
survived and was named the Black Nazarene.
Some believe the statue's survival of fires and earthquakes through the
centuries, and intense bombings during World War II, are a testament to its
mystical powers.
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I. Introduction
A. What is says ?
1. The Black Nazarene an old black statue of Jesus Christ, is one of the most popular attraction in
manila, Philippines.
2. American Tourist was amazed by the spectacle. Based on his experience black Nazarene Procession is
incredible and unbelievable, adding that, it was one of thier most impressive experience.

B. What you think about what is says ?

1. Some believe the statue survival of fires and earthquakes through the centuries and intense bombing
during world war
2. They believe that Black Nazarene cure their sick and provide their needs.
3. The American Tourist believe that the Philippines is much nice place than United State.
II. Body
A. Facts to support what listed in A number 1 - 2
1. Many people travel for miles and through a sea of ecstatic devotees just to touch the old black
statue of Jesus Christ know as the black Nazarene.
2. American tourist Gerry Blevins is took part briefly in the procession and he said touching the black
Nazarene image gave him a tough time added that people just got to have the patience.

B. Facts to support you listed in B number 1 a 3

1. Some believe the statue's survival of fires and earthquakes through the centuries, and intense bombings
during World War II, are a testament to its mystical powers.
2. Many devotees witnessed the miracles of the Black Nazarene.
3. The Philippines is known for being hospitable and religious.

C. Summary of facts to support both A and B

1. American tourist Gerry Blevins experienced a challenging experience touching the old black
Nazarene statue, highlighting the importance of patience in the process.
2. The Black Nazarene statue, known for its mystical powers, has survived centuries of fires,
earthquakes, and bombings, and many devotees have witnessed its miracles.
Conclusion

A. Summary of Introduction and Body

The Black Nazarene, an old black statue of Jesus Christ, is a popular attraction in Manila, Philippines.
American tourists have experienced the incredible procession, believing it to be an impressive experience. The
statue has survived fires, earthquakes, and bombings and is believed to cure sickness and provide for needs.
Many devotees travel miles to touch the statue, highlighting the importance of patience and the Philippines'
reputation for hospitality and religious practices. The Black Nazarene is a testament to the Philippines' mystical
powers.

B. Your Stand and Assessment

The statue of the Black Nazarene, which depicts Jesus Christ carrying the cross, is considered by many
devotees to be miraculous and is said to have healing powers.
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