Medieval Christians used relics

a. as the cornerstone for a new religious building.
b. as a point of access to the divine.
c. as jewelry in order to be closer to God.
d. as focal points for prayer.
e. in burials in order to enter heaven.


Answer:
b. as a point of access to the divine.
d. as focal points for prayer.

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