The Crucified Christ, the heart of Christian faith, represents Jesus' redemptive sacrifice for humanity. Its veneration has roots in the Passion, Death and Resurrection, key events narrated in the Gospels. Since the early centuries, Christians have honored the Crucifix as the supreme symbol of divine love and salvation. Its image, initially stylized, has evolved over time, acquiring anatomical details and drama, to better express the pain and suffering of Christ. The cross, from an instrument of torture, has become an emblem of hope and victory over death. Devotion to the Crucifix manifests itself in prayers, processions, Way of the Cross and in silent contemplation, inviting the faithful to reflect on the profound meaning of Jesus' sacrifice and to imitate his unconditional love.