Let's Get Medieval: Holy Relics Theft
Let's Get Medieval: Holy Relics Theft  
Podcast: Ridiculous Crime
Published On: Tue Apr 07 2026
Description: Whether we're talking the hand of Mary Magdalene, the Skull of St. Foy, the Bones of St. Mark, in the Dark Ages holy relics were ripe for the taking. Thieving monks, conspiring bishops and rebel princesses all went to outrageous lengths to secure the blessings of the bones and body parts of the saints. Sometimes crime requires a little faith. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.