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Handwritten letter signed by Father Cicero (1929)

Handwritten letter signed by Father Cicero (1929)

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In 1929, in Juazeiro do Norte, Father Cícero reassures one of his godchildren.

  • Handwritten letter from Father Cícero to José Antônio.
  • A leaf, a page.
  • In Portuguese.
  • 11 cm x 17 cm.
  • Juazeiro do Norte, October 30, 1929.
  • In good condition, with the paper slightly fragile. The signature has undergone a slight chemical alteration of the ink due to exposure to light or humidity.

Father Cícero Romão Batista (1844-1934) became a prominent figure in Brazil due to an alleged miracle that occurred in 1889, when, during a mass in Juazeiro do Norte, the host allegedly turned into blood in the mouth of the blessed Maria de Araújo. This event attracted thousands of pilgrims to the site, consolidating it as a center of popular devotion.

Beyond his religious influence, Padre Cícero played a significant political role, serving as the first mayor of Juazeiro and actively participating in Ceará's politics. Although he faced conflicts with the Catholic Church, which initially did not recognize the miracle and punished him, his popularity continued to grow, and he is revered by many as a saint.

The recipient of the letter, José Antônio, was one of his godchildren. In the message, Father Cícero writes: "I ask God to protect you (...) there is no reason to be afraid (...) may He bless you."

In the Christian religious context, the term "godchild" refers to a person who, upon receiving the sacrament of baptism, is entrusted to the spiritual care of a godfather or godmother. These godparents assume the responsibility of guiding the godchild on their journey of faith, offering moral and spiritual support throughout their life—a role that Padre Cícero frequently played.

Father Cícero's letters are extremely rare and highly sought after by collectors. This one, in particular, has special value because it is from the end of his life and written directly from Juazeiro do Norte, the city where the "miracle" occurred, where he was mayor, and where he died.

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