History
Constantine was one of these people who was, as they thought, protected because he had a relic in his possession. The helmet that he wore had a piece of the cross that Jesus was crucified on. After Constantine was made Caesar, he issued the Edict of Milan, sending his mother Helena to find the True Cross and to send back what she found. Helena found the cross and sent three nails that were used in the crucifixion of Jesus back to Rome and her son Constantine. These nails were considered relics and Constantine used them to stay safe.
The helmet that Constantine wore was no ordinary helmet. It was made with one of the Holy Nails that Saint Helena found at the crucifixion site. By making the helmet with one of the nails, it was supposed to protect him from any harm. Not only was it a sign of protection, but it was also said to fulfill the prophecy of Zechariah. The prophecy located in the fourteenth chapter of Zechariah said that one would come who engraved “Holiness to the Lord” on both the bells of the horses and head piece of the man. At this time, the Roman emperor had the holiest relics known to man.
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