A stolen consecrated Host was found to be bleeding when the thief attempted to sell it. The bleeding Host was recovered and preserved. The miracle led to the construction of a chapel and became an important pilgrimage site in central Switzerland.
History
In 1447, a woman stole a consecrated Host from the Church of St. Andrew in Ettiswil, Switzerland. When she attempted to sell the Host, it was discovered to be bleeding. The bleeding Host was recovered by Church authorities and returned to the church with great solemnity. The miracle was investigated and declared authentic by the local bishop. A special chapel was built to house the relic, and Ettiswil became an important pilgrimage destination in central Switzerland. The miracle is commemorated annually and remains an important part of the religious heritage of the region.
Scientific Findings
The miracle was documented through witness testimonies and the Church investigation. The bleeding of the Host was observed by multiple witnesses. Historical records from the 15th century provide detailed accounts of the event.
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