From the Vault: The Cauldron, Part 4
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The Holy Gral
The holy grail is not a product of biblical texts but rather emerges during the medieval period. The earliest mention of it comes from a work by Cretcien de Tuat, a 12th century French poet. Modern churches often use artificial baptism tanks that wind up feeling more in line with ideas of immersion within a cauldron.
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