The phrase "sacred relics" refers to objects that are considered very important and special in a religious or spiritual sense. These objects are often believed to have connection with a holy figure or an important event in history. Full definition
So the Church naturally continued the Jewish tradition of burial, treating the dead with reverence and respect, especially the saints whose bodies are considered as sacred relics. (faith.org.uk)
And for Miles» father Morris, a prominent publisher, it is books — perhaps, as Auster so deftly illustrates here, the most sacred relics of all. (bookpage.com)
WHAT: Self - proclaimed biblical archeologist Don Verdean (Sam Rockwell) is hired by a small - town pastor (Danny McBride) to dig up sacred relics from the Holy Land in order to boost attendance at his church. (blog.bullz-eye.com)