St. Barnabas' symbols are: ax
lance
middle-aged bearded apostle, often bearing a book or olive branch
standing on or near a pile of stones while holding a book
stones
with Saint Paul
Barnabas is sometime represented by:ax
lance
middle-aged bearded apostle, often bearing a book or olive branch
standing on or near a pile of stones while holding a book
stones
with Saint Paul
St. Barnabas is often depicted with a palm branch symbolizing victory, a book to represent his role as a teacher and preacher, and an olive branch as a symbol of peace due to his missionary efforts.
There is no historical record of the names of the parents of St. Barnabas.
Church of St. Barnabas was created in 1858.
St. Barnabas High School was created in 1924.
St. Barnabas was not a monk.
St. Barnabas Hospital is located in the Bronx. One can contact the hospital by visiting or writing to St. Barnabas Hospital, 4422 Third Avenue, Bronx, New York, 10457.
No he wasn't
St. Barbara is often depicted with symbols such as a tower (representing the tower in which she was imprisoned), a palm branch (symbolizing martyrdom), a chalice (representing her faith and dedication to Christianity), and a lightning bolt (associated with the legend of her converting to Christianity).
Saint Barnabas was a teacher before becoming an Apostle. It is said that he was cousin to St. Mark, and he was very close to St. Paul, as well.
St. Angela Merici is generally depicted with a book or a scroll, symbolizing education and wisdom. She is also often shown with a lily, symbolizing her purity and devotion to God.
Barnabas was evidently not remembered for any miracles as I find nothing recorded in any biography of the saint.
F. R. Gusterson has written: 'The history of St. Barnabas' Home, Worthing' -- subject(s): St. Barnabas Nursing Home (Worthing) 'The basic principles of terminal care'
May G. Power has written: 'The story of Erdington Parish Church' -- subject(s): St Barnabas (Church : Erdington, Birmingham), St. Barnabas (Church : Erdington, Birmingham)