The life-sized image is now encased in laminated tempered glass and climbing onto the carriage is deemed prohibited

Tagle emphasized that a witness is someone who does not shine a light on himself but turns the spotlight on Jesus

For the sixth year, the exhibition was inaugurated on Dec. 8 and will remain open to the public until January 7, 2024.

He expressed optimism about the visit's impact, saying, "Vietnam's importance and its status as an economic miracle in many respects."

In his homily during the feast day of the Black Nazarene, the prelate encouraged the faithful to be "models of faith and concern for others."