Do the relics of St. Nicholas really emit a holy substance?

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The relics of St. Nicholas have been reported to emit a sweet-smelling substance believed to be capable of healing ever since they were transferred from Turkey during the 11th century to a tomb in Bari, Italy. The holy liquid, known as the “manna of St. Nicholas,” has been bottled and sold to pilgrims as a purported cure-all salve. Discover more about the beloved saint’s relics in the article “Do the Relics of Saint Nicholas Really Emit a Holy Substance?