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I've always been fascinated by religious relics - the idea of a physical item that is somehow connected to a deity. Some religions, including some Christian denominations, place a lot of importance on relics - the Catholic church and the Eastern Orthodox church being prime examples...but being Lutheran, I didn't come from one, so only have a very limited perspective.
Would be interested in hearing from folks who know more about the subject - not looking for a debate on whether or not they are valid, not looking for wiki links, and I chose this sub forum deliberately to keep the conversation civil. Just looking for the perspective of folks to whom they are important, whether Christian or any other religion, and maybe how they are viewed today vs. the past, if a distinction can be made.
Any takers?
Would be interested in hearing from folks who know more about the subject - not looking for a debate on whether or not they are valid, not looking for wiki links, and I chose this sub forum deliberately to keep the conversation civil. Just looking for the perspective of folks to whom they are important, whether Christian or any other religion, and maybe how they are viewed today vs. the past, if a distinction can be made.
Any takers?