Patron saint



         


Christianity, a patron saint has special affinity for a trade or group. St Florian is the patron saint of firefighters, and Saint 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.

Patron saints can also be associated with geographical areas: Saint Joseph is the patron saint of Belgium, and Saint Patrick is patron saint of Ireland, for example.

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Saints associated with occupations and activities

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Occupations and Activities under the patronage of Mary

The Blessed Virgin Mary may be taken as a patron of any good activity; indeed, she is cited as the patron of all humanity. However, certain occupations and activities are more closely associated with her protection.

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Saints associated with countries, nations and/or regions