A relic is an object or a personal item of religious significance, carefully preserved with an air of veneration as a tangible memorial. Relics are an important aspect of Buddhism,Christianity, Hinduism, shamanism, and many other religions. The word relic comes from the Latin reliquiae ('remains'). A reliquary is a shrine that houses one or more relics. Christian relics History of Christian relics One of the earliest sources that show the efficacy of relics is found in : 20 Elisha died and was… (More on Relic)