His Holiness Pope John Paul II was excited by the gift from the Holy Land. His interest and that of others can be clearly seen on the pictures. He praised especially the uniqueness and the usage of the original crown of thorns bushes. Unfortunately there was not more time available to further discuss the Crown of Thorns and its meaning for Christianity. We are very happy that it was possible to present our Crown of Thorns to His Holiness Pope John Paul II and feel assured by his positive response.