A. Sutherland - AncientPages.com - One of the most famous swords in the history of humanity is the legendary Durendal, which belonged to Roland, Charlemagne's knightly champion and the hero of many French ballads, legends, and songs.
Charlemagne's mysterious sword, "Joyeuse," contained the relics of saints. Also, the formidable Durendal had treasures like the hair of Dionysus of Paris (also known as Denis of Paris, a 3rd-century Christian martyr and saint), a tooth of St. Peter, part of the Blessed Virgin Mary's garment, and the blood of St. Basil, all hidden in the hilt of this magical sword.
These important, no doubt religious, relics convinced the user/possessor of the weapon's extraordinary value in battle, especially invincibility.
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Norse Legend Of Hero Sigmund And The Magical Sword In The Branstock Tree
Shining Swords: Magical Artifacts That Symbolized Power, War, Punishment And Righteousness
