Holy Thorn Reliquary Quiz

What is the primary purpose of a reliquary?

• To store jewels

• To serve as a museum piece

• To hold a relic

• To display art

Which king redeemed the Crown of Thorns and brought it to Paris?

• King Henry VIII

• King Louis IX

• King Charles V

• King Louis XIV

What was the original focus of the reliquary when it was first created?

• The gold craftsmanship

• The architectural design

• The gems and enamel work

• The single Thorn

What event is depicted by the angels blowing trumpets in the reliquary?

• The Resurrection

• The Last Supper

• The birth of Christ

• The Last Judgment

Which two figures are depicted looking up towards Christ in the reliquary?

• St. Bartholomew and St. Simon

• St. Peter and St. Paul

• The Virgin Mary and St. John the Baptist

• St. Thomas and St. Matthew

What material is used to create the vibrant colors in the reliquary's figures?

• Paint

• Enamel

• Stained glass

• Colored stones

Which apostle is identified by a key in the reliquary?

• St. James

• St. Peter

• St. John

• St. Thomas

What is God the Father holding in his left hand in the reliquary?

• A sword

• A staff

• A book

• An orb with a cross

What challenge did the craftsmen face when creating the enamel work on the reliquary?

• Matching the colors

• Melting the glass without melting the gold

• Designing the figures

• Finding the right materials

Who commissioned the creation of the Holy Thorn Reliquary?

• The King of England

• The Duke of Normandy

• The Pope

• The Duke DeBerry