These Strange Saints Left Behind Bizarre Legends

Added: 2026-05-25

[00:00:00]These saints performed strange acts and the last one became a centuries old tradition. First, St. Simeon Stylites the Elder, 400 AD, Syria. Simeon climbed a tall stone pillar to live in isolation and focus on prayer. As crowds gathered seeking religious advice, he moved on to even taller pillars to escape distractions. For nearly 40 years, he remained above the ground while food and water were raised to him with ropes.

[00:00:20]According to legend, he later died bent forward in prayer at top his pillar.

[00:00:23]Next, St. Hugh of Lincoln, 1190 AD, England, while visiting a church with relics believed to belong to Mary Magdalene. St. Hugh bent down to kiss a mummified hand. Instead, he bit into the relic and refused to let go as monks pulled him away. He eventually carried small bone fragments back to his own church where they became religious relics visited by followers. Before the finale, if your mom is your queen, like and subscribe right now. And if your dad is your hero, share this video and leave a comment saying, "I love my family."

[00:00:48]Finally, St. Nicholas of Myra, 343 AD, Italy. Each year, priests open the tomb of St. Nicholas and collect a mysterious liquid said to form around his bones.

[00:00:56]The liquid known as mana is mixed with holy water and traditionally given to sick people for healing. Although scientists found it mostly contains water and minerals, the centuries old ritual is still practiced today. How many times did I say relic?