Mysteries of faith: The Life of 'Goycho Saib' St Francis Xavier

Former RSS member Subhash Velingkar's controversial remarks about the DNA testing of the relics of St Francis Xavier, revered as Goycho Saib in Goa, sparked protests demanding justice for the alleged hurt to religious sentiments.

The saint's mortal remains have been enshrined in the Basilica of Bom Jesus in Old Goa for over four centuries, attracting millions of devotees each year, and especially at the time of the exposition which is held every ten years.

In this video, we explore the growing devotion to St Francis Xavier in Goa, the series of events that unfolded after his death, and how his body has miraculously remained undecomposed for centuries even without mummification.

The video also explores some shocking mysteries surrounding the life of St Francis, including the inexplicable flow of blood when a devotee attempted to bite off his toe hundreds of years after his death.

Finally, the video shares heartwarming stories of faith and devotion from the millions who visit Old Goa seeking blessings from the saint, whose relics are in different locations across the globe.