Saint Patrick

Shamrock faith bringer

Saint Patrick is the patron saint of Ireland, a fifth-century Christian missionary credited with converting the Irish to Christianity.

He allegedly drove the snakes from Ireland—likely a metaphor for pagan beliefs.

Saint Patrick's Day, March 17, celebrates Irish heritage with parades, green attire, and drinking: Everyone's Irish on Saint Patrick's Day.

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religious status

Saint PatrickSatan

Judeo-Christian arch-enemy of God

Lucifer · Judas Iscariot · demons · apostates · Nero

cultural symbolism

Saint PatrickOliver Cromwell

English republican dictator

William of Orange · Queen Elizabeth I

missionary direction

Saint PatrickHenry VIII

Thomas Cromwell · Elizabeth I

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saint, Patricia, Patrick, St. Patrick's Day, St. Patrick, Patrice

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