A woman receiving Communion could not swallow the Host and removed it from her mouth. The Host was found to have transformed into flesh with visible blood. The relic was preserved and became an important pilgrimage object in Augsburg.
History
In 1194, a woman in Augsburg received Holy Communion during Mass but found she could not swallow the Host. When she removed it from her mouth, she discovered that the Host had transformed into a piece of flesh with visible blood. The parish priest was called, and the transformed Host was examined. The miracle was investigated by Church authorities and declared authentic. The relic was preserved in the Basilica of Saints Ulrich and Afra, one of Augsburg's most important churches. The miracle contributed to the strong Eucharistic devotion that characterized Augsburg throughout the medieval period.
Scientific Findings
The relic was preserved and examined by Church authorities at the time of the miracle. Historical records from the 12th century document the event and the subsequent investigation.
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