Most of us know that Saint Joseph is the patron saint of fathers. Turning to Saint Francis with an animal-related petition? Common knowledge.
But how much do you know about obscure saint patronages? Test your knowledge with this fun quiz!
Saint Abdon was a Persian nobleman who suffered martyrdom in the year 250. He's the patron saint of...
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Saint Isidore of Seville was born in 560, so it's interesting that he's the patron saint of...
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Saint Drogo was orphaned at birth and became a hermit. That makes him the patron saint of coffee house owners and...
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Saint Balthasar is believed to be one of the three wise men who visited the Christ child. Naturally, that makes him the patron saint of . . .
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Saint Eligius was incredibly crafty as a metal-smith. It makes sense that you can intercede to him if you work at a...
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According to legend, Saint Magnus helped rid a town of a dragon. You should intercede to him if you're afraid of...
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Saint Joseph of Cupertino was known to levitate in prayer. He's the patron saint of...
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Saint Sebastian was a soldier who stood up for Christ. He's the patron saint of athletes and soldiers, but also you should intercede to him the next time you're...
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Saint Columbanus was an Irish missionary known for the monasteries he founded. It makes sense that he's the patron saint of...
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Saint Claire of Assisi was a good friend of Saint Francis. Send a prayer her way the next time you're frustrated by...
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Can You Match These Saints to Their Weird Patronages?