TIL that Mexico has a patron saint of smuggling. Drug smugglers and human traffickers believe that the more prominently they display his likeness, the greater the protection they receive. Of course, this practice also tips border agents off to the presence of illegal activity. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jes…
TIL that St. Claire of Assisi, who died in 1253 A.D., was named the Patron Saint of Television by Pope Pius XII in 1958, based on an incident in which she claimed the moving image and sound of a Catholic Mass had been miraculously projected on the wall of her room when she was too sick to attend. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cla…
Our Lady of the Holler, Slayer of Jolene, Mother of Butterflies, patron saint of birthing mothers, champion of literacy, teacher of children, Her Royal Majesty Queen Dolly, First of Her Name. ALL HAIL THE QUEEN, LONG MAY SHE REIGN. (Art work done by Astrosperma aka Stacie E Williams)
Shoutout to Giles Corey who, knowing he couldn’t be tried without entering a plea, was crushed by boot lickers and simply said “More weight.” To me he is the patron saint of the form of self care where one chooses not to engage in an argument. A certified bad ass who died enduring others’ bs.
Fall Out Boy - The Patron Saint Of Liars And Fakes (2003, Fueled By Ramen) youtu.be/NLqlk7b7iaA
Saint Apollonia. The Patron Saint of Dentists and dental problems such as toothache. In life, she was tortured by having all her teeth removed and shattered. After this, she leapt into a fire of her own accord and was burned to death, refusing to blaspheme Christ. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sai…
🙌🙏👍 you have been viseted by the blessed boi: patron saint of bread and patience 👍🙏🙌
TIL that Copacabana is a real place, a town in Bolivia. The town lends its name in turn, to the patron saint of Bolivia, a neighborhood and hotel in Rio de Janeiro, a nightclub in New York City, a song by Barry Manilow, a film, and a musical. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cop…
Saint Jude: Patron Saint of Lost Causes and Desperate Situations. Work done by Jake Rivera at the Burnt Tiger. Chicago, IL
TIL that St. Claire of Assisi, who died in 1253 A.D., was named the Patron Saint of Television by Pope Pius XII in 1958, based on an incident in which she claimed the moving image and sound of a Catholic Mass had been miraculously projected on the wall of her room when she was too sick to attend. reddit.com/r/todayilearne…
TIL that Saint Cassian, patron of teachers, was tortured to death by his own pupils. He was sentenced to death for teaching Christianity instead of Roman Gods. Since his pupils were eager for revenge for many punishments he got from him, they stabbed him to death with their pointed iron styli. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cas…
TIL that St. Valentine, the patron saint of beekeeping, fainting, epilepsy and plague as well as love and happy marriages, was martyred c. 270 A.D. and buried in a Christian cemetery on Feb. 14, which has been observed as the Feast of St. Valentine, or St. Valentine's Day, since 496. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sai…
TIL of Wilgefortis, a female saint whose distinguishing feature is a large beard, which grew after she prayed God to make her repulsive in order to avoid an unwanted marriage. She is the patron saint of women seeking refuge of abusive husbands, and the patron saint of facial hair en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wil…
(Full post in comments) The Arab Martyr Saints Cosmas and Damian, the unmercenary patrons of physicians.
[SAVED] Arthur Conan Doyle loosely based Sherlock Holmes on Dr Joseph Bell, a Scottish surgeon who was known for his skills in observation. Dr Bell would often pick a stranger, and by observing him, deduce his occupation and recent activities. He was considered a pioneer in forensic science. reddit.com/r/wikipedia/co…
[Russini] While the Steelers want to deal Antonio Brown before the start of free agency, preferably by tomorrow, more sources have shared tonight they are out. Add the Saints, Redskins and Titans to the "out" list. twitter.com/diannaESPN/st…
TIL: There is a patron saint of computers and the internet; Saint Isidore, and he was born in 560 A.D. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Isi…
TIL Saint Valentine was also the patron saint of Beekeepers and Epilepsy heifer.org/blog/st-valent…
TIL Saint Valentine is not only the patron saint of lovers but also of epileptics and beekeepers artstor.org/2012/02/08/va…
I present to you the Patron Saint of thicc waffles, the thiccest waffle wizard, u/Lord_Gorogok, in his true dragon-glory, gifting twitch subs like he's trying to singlehandedly fund the whole damn channel while the winds of buttery syrup flow behind him. Bow and repent all ye non-waffles
"Mosaic of St. Demetrius" Installed by Sviatopolk in the Kievan St. Michael's Golden-Domed Monastery to glorify the patron saint of his father.
Duncan and Bob, the patron saints of begginer artists
Saint Adémar II, founder of the empire of Damascus, second saint of the family, founder of two bloodlines, father of two Holy Order headmasters and patron of two great works
TIL of the Stalin note. A document delivered to the Allied powers from the Soviet Occupation in Germany on March 10, 1952. Joseph Stalin proposed a reunification of Germany with no conditions on economic policies and with guarantees for free activity of democratic parties and organisation. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sta…
Peter Steele: Patron Saint of girls who like to get choked and goth bottoms.
Just started training, and may I say the best part so far has been Oliver John, the patron saint of staples. May we all be blessed with liquid armor and rewards programs.
[WP] As the oldest, most experienced Guardian you have the toughest, most unenviable title: "Patron Saint of the Ignorant and the Stupid."
SCS - It’s St. Gertrude’s Day, too! Patron saint of cats, gardens, and good mental health. What’s not to love?!
The product of war and fear that we've been victimized I'm the patron saint of the denial With an angel face and a taste for suicidal
"The Patron Saint of Science" by JT Johnson (DarkFlame75) darkflame75.deviantart.co…
OUR PATRON SAINT OF BOYFIES AND MAKEUP MICHELLE PHAN IS BACK THIS ISN’T A DRILL PORES v.redd.it/zsifm6yo43n31
Winola, patron saint of sausages and other salted cured meats.
LPT: Embarrassed to disclose your sexual activity to your doctor? Just list your occupation as "porn star".
Saint Charles Borromeo - The patron saint of bishops, cardinals, seminarians, and spiritual leaders.
Saint Charles spent his life and fortune in the service of the people of his diocese. He directed and fervently enforced the decrees of the Council of Trent, fought tirelessly for peace in the wake of the storm caused by Martin Luther, founded schools for the poor, seminaries for clerics, hospitals for the sick, conducted synods, instituted children‘s Sunday school, did great public and private penance, and worked among the sick and dying, leading his people by example.
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Hi I paint saints!! This is Naomh Dymphna, an Irish virgin martyr. She is the patron saint of the mentally ill and survivors of incest 💚 (watercolor on wood)
TIL about Saint Homobonus, the patron saint of business people, tailors, shoemakers, and clothworkers, as well as of Cremona, Italy. catholic.org/saints/saint…
