In Christianity, relics are sacred items believed to carry the physical remains or possessions of saints — from bones and skulls to preserved body parts and holy shrouds. But just because these relics are holy… doesn’t mean they aren’t disturbing.
In this video, let's dive into the world of Christian relics, holy artefacts, and saints’ remains — exploring how they’re classified, why they’re venerated, and what secrets they might be hiding. From the incorruptible jaw of St. Anthony, to the skull of Mary Magdalene, to the infamous Shroud of Turin. Whether you're into church history, curious about Catholic relics, or just drawn to the creepy side of Christianity, this is your beginner’s guide to six of the most intriguing and unsettling relics in Christian history.
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00:00 Introduction 00:36 What Are Relics? 01:30 The Incorruptable Jaw
of St Anthony 03:28 The Skull of
Mary Magdalene 05:23 The Head(s) of
John the Baptist 07:07 The Relic Debate 08:06 The Shroud of Turin 09:45 The Blood Miracle 10:40 The Lost Coins of Judas Iscariot 11:41 Final Thoughts 13:02 Outro
------------ SOURCES & FURTHER READING
Computer-Aided Facial Reconstruction of “Mary-Magdalene” Relics Following Hair and Skull Analyses. Philippe Charlier et al. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6343449/
Why are there four heads of John the Baptist? National Geographic. https://www.nationalgeographic.com/premium/article/john-the-baptist-four-heads-relics
The Judas Coin (Dekadrachm of Syracuse). Irish Examiner. https://www.irishexaminer.com/lifestyle/artsandculture/arid-40988306.html
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Intro - Epic of Gilgamesh in Sumerian by Peter Pringle https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QUcTs...
Outro - Peaceful Ambient Music by CO.AG https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCcav... License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/b...
All other music via Epidemic Sound
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