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In the early hours of January 10, at exactly 1:26 AM, the revered Poong Jesus Nazareno made its way back to the Quiapo Church from the Quirino Grandstand. The journey, known as the Traslacion, spanned an impressive 20 hours and 54 minutes, according to the Nazareno Operations Center.

By 8 PM that evening, a staggering 950,600 devotees had gathered at the Minor Basilica and National Shrine of Jesus Nazareno in Quiapo, Manila. This annual event remains a testament to the unwavering faith and devotion of countless Filipinos, as they braved the long hours to be part of this deeply spiritual tradition.