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Vestal Virgins, Sacred Flames, and Asbestos Wicks

2:02 Published November 8, 2022

Ancient Rome’s sacred flame was central to the role of the Vestal Virgins, and asbestos wicks became part of stories about fire that would not go out. This video explains the history, symbolism, and strange connection between Roman religious practices and asbestos.

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