Where are the Nails?

St. Martin of Tours was a Frankish soldier in the Roman army who abandoned his military post to follow Jesus at a time when Christianity had only begun to take root in France. He later became the bishop of Tours and, over time, was venerated as the patron saint of the region and eventually of France itself. Tradition credits him with performing many miracles, and one well-known legend illustrates his wisdom and discernment.

According to the story, Martin was once deep in study when a knock came at his door. Standing before…