Why is an ultimate goal called a ‘Holy Grail?’
- Written by Joanne M. Pierce, Professor Emerita of Religious Studies, College of the Holy Cross
An 18th-century stained glass window panel by William Peckitt, showing The Last Supper of Christ and the disciples.TonyBaggett via iStock / Getty Images PlusFor decades, winning an Olympic medal has been described as the Holy Grail of sports.
Athletes aren’t the only ones in search of a Holy Grail. For example, in 2012, when physicists...
