It called to mind the torture and death of Jesus Christ.

VOA: special.2010.07.01

And even though historically there's no indication that Jesus Christ was born in December, that's just the day that has traditionally been used to celebrate the birth of the Son of God on Earth.

VOA: special.2009.12.21

"It's a fantastic experience, everyone's excited, it's an amazing place to come and visit on the day that Christ was born."

VOA: standard.2009.12.25

"Just the festivities,the idea that this is the birthplace of Christ, and you get to see all the historic places and share it with people from around the world;

VOA: standard.2009.12.25

He said Catholics do no injustice to anyone by presenting Christ as an opportunity of finding what he called "their truest and most authentic selves, the joy of finding life."

VOA: standard.2009.03.22

You told me to,Drill Sergeant. Jesus H. Christ.

VOA: standard.other

The pope said Angolans have received power from the Holy Spirit to be the builders of a better tomorrow for their country and said he came to Africa to preach "this message of forgiveness, hope and new life in Christ."

VOA: standard.2009.03.22