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==Use in magic== | ==Use in magic== | ||
Ancient Roman soldiers believed that the stone had the ability to slow bleeding and wore it for this reason. The ancient Greeks and Romans wore the stone to bring renown and favor, to bring endurance, and as a charm against the bite of venomous creatures. Greek and Roman athletes favored it as talisman for success in their games. | Ancient Roman soldiers believed that the stone had the ability to slow bleeding and wore it for this reason. The ancient Greeks and Romans wore the stone to bring renown and favor, to bring endurance, and as a charm against the bite of venomous creatures. Greek and Roman athletes favored it as [[talisman]] for success in their games. | ||
A [[Christianity|Christian]] tradition states that the red spots come from blood falling upon the stone during the crucifixion of [[Jesus Christ]], as he was stabbed in the side by a Roman soldier. | A [[Christianity|Christian]] tradition states that the red spots come from blood falling upon the stone during the crucifixion of [[Jesus Christ]], as he was stabbed in the side by a Roman soldier. | ||