The Basilica of St. Peter in Chains

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Face of the Basilica

Face of the Basilica

 

Overview

Overview

 

Main Ceiling

Main Ceiling

 

Main Altar

Main Altar

 

The chains that held St. Peter captive.

The chains that held St. Peter captive.

 Above this altar there’s an inscription that reads, “Misit Dominus Angelum Suum Et Erip[u]it Me De Manu Herodis” or “The Lord sent his angel, and he snatched me from the hand of Herod.”  (cf. Acts 12:6-19)

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Altar of side chapel

Altar of side chapel

Statue of Moses

Statue of Moses

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