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  • December 2007
    • Archaeologists Unearth Part of Roman Throne

      Archaeologists Unearth Part of Roman Throne

      (Newser) - Archaeologists have discovered the remains of a Roman throne in the volcanic ash that buried the city of Herculaneum when Mount Vesuvius erupted in the year 79. Scientists unearthed two legs and the back of a throne, the first ever found. The piece was decorated with ivory bas-reliefs of ancient deities, pine cones and phalluses. More »

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      archaeology   discovery   Romans   relics   Pompeii

  • September 2007
    • Pope's Robe Shredded For Relics

      Pope's Robe Shredded For Relics

      (Newser) - A white robe worn by Pope John Paul II has been cut into 100,000 tiny fragments which are being distributed for donations as religious relics to aid prayer and achieve miracles, reports the London Times. The operation is run by the Diocese of Rome and is causing concern in the Vatican, which has sought to discourage the centuries-old practice of venerating holy relics. More »

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      Vatican   Pope John Paul II   miracle   sainthood   beatification   cassock   relics

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