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Saint for a Minute
Detail of Stained Glass Window of Saint Patrick Date And Artist Unknown Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Knoxville Tennessee Photographed On 16 September 2016 By Nheyob
Detail of Stained Glass Window of Saint Patrick Date And Artist Unknown Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Knoxville Tennessee Photographed On 16 September 2016 By Nheyob

Saint Patrick

Also known as: Apostle of Ireland; Maewyn Succat; Patricius; Patrizio

Saint
Pre-Congregation

Feast Day

March 17

Born

January 1, 387

Died

January 1, 461

Canonized

Pre-Congregation

Biography

Saint Patrick, also known as the Apostle of Ireland, was born as Maewyn Succat between 387 and 390 in Scotland. At the age of 16, he was kidnapped from the British mainland and taken to Ireland as a slave. Forced to work as a shepherd in the mountains, Patrick spent his time in prayer and meditation, deepening his faith. After six years of captivity, Patrick had a dream in which he felt called to return to Britain....