On a busy road in Malta, between the towns of Attard and Rabat, there grew a pine tree that took an unusual and fascinating shape. The trunk mysteriously developed into what looks very distinctly like a crucifix, complete with the head, outstretched arms, and the twisted body of Jesus. I took this picture over 30 years ago, and since then more people discovered its presence and started placing flowers in front of it. Unfortunately, recently it started to deteriorate, also because some uncaring and stupid fellow started to stain it with wood stain, and is not as photogenic as it was 25 years ago. And just recently I discovered that it was transplanted and placed across the street from its original position, and it is just a stump with the crucifix shape still visible, but not growing anymore. But at least for a number of years, it served as a true place of worship, making many people pause for a prayer, or slow down as they drive by, to bless themselves.
We adore you o Christ and we praise You because by Your Holy Cross you have redeemed the world.
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