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relics were enshrined in stupas wherever Buddhism was spread

A relic is an object or a personal item of religious significance , carefully preserved with an air of veneration as a tangible memorial. Relics are an important aspect of some forms of Buddhism , Christianity , Hinduism , Shamanism , and many other religions. The word relic comes from the Latin reliquiae, meaning "remains." A reliquary is a shrine that houses one or more relics.