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Patron saint


 

In several forms of Christianity, but especially in Roman Catholicism, a patron saint has special affinity for a trade or group. St. Florian is the patron saint of firefighters, and St. Christopher is the patron saint of travellers, for example. Eastern Orthodoxy generally doesn't associate saints with occupations and activities, or does so to a much lesser degree.

Countries and places under Mary's patronage

A large number of countries, places and groups claim the Blessed Virgin Mary as a patron, though usually under a specific title or apparition.

Related Topics:
Blessed Virgin Mary - Apparition

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◄ Patron saint: Saints associated with countries, nations and/or regions
Patron saint: Non-saint patrons ►

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►Introduction
►Saints associated with occupations and activities
►Occupations and activities under the patronage of Mary
►Saints associated with countries, nations and/or regions
►Countries and places under Mary's patronage
►Non-saint patrons
►Saints associated with protection from ailments or illness
►Created patron saints in the arts
►See also
►External links

 

 

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