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Translation:
In the centre of the city (of Jerusalem) is the Basilica of Constantine. As one goes into the Basilica itself there is a chamber on the left in which has been placed the Cross of the Lord. From there you go into the Church of St Constantine. The great apse to the west is the place where the three crosses were found and above it is an altar of silver and pure gold. It is supported by nine columns. Around this apse stand twelve quite marvellous columns of marble, and on these columns are twelve silver bowls in which Solomon sealed the demons. And in the centre of the Basilica is the Lance with which they pierced the Lord, and from this has been made a cross: at night it shines like the sun in full day.
(transl. Wilkinson)
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Summary:
Description of the basilica of Constantine and of the various relics kept in it, from a pilgrim's guide to Jerusalem from the beginning of the 6th cent.