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St. Nicholas of Myra is considered the patron saint of thieves and thieves were frequently referred to as "clerks of St. Nicholas." Nicholas was not, himself, a thief but he did work to try to convert thieves.
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Is Saint Nicholas the patron saint of thieves?
No, Saint Nicholas is not the patron saint of thieves. He is the patron saint of children, sailors, and the falsely accused.
What is Saint Nicholas not the patron saint of - children or scholars or thieves?
Saint Nicholas of Myra is the patron saint of children, scholars and penitent thieves as well as a number of other causes. For a complete list of his patronages, click on this link.
Who was the patron of thieves?
In Roman mythology, the patron of thieves was the god Mercury.
Who is the patron saint of murderers?
The patron saints of murderers are:CaedwallaGuntramnusJulian the HospitallerNicholas of MyraSolomonVladimirAs per the Patron Saint Index
Who is the patron saint of criminals?
Saint Dismas is known as the patron saint of criminals and prisoners. He is revered for his repentance and acceptance of Jesus Christ while being crucified alongside him. Saint Dismas is often invoked for intercession by those seeking forgiveness and guidance in times of trouble.
Who is the patron saint of bears?
The Patron Saint Inex lists no patron saints of bears.
What is Saint Angelico the patron saint of?
A patron saint is supposed to be a protector in the Catholic religion. Patron Saint Angelico is the patron saint of artists. A patron saint is a protector of life.
Is there a patron saint of dinosaurs?
The Patron Saint Index lists no patron saint of dinosaurs.
Who is the patron saint of boxing?
As per the Patron Saint Index, there is no patron saint of wrestlers. However, Saint Sebastian is the patron saint of all athletics and athletes.
Who is Saint Lillian the patron saint of?
Saint Lillian is not a patron saint as per the Patron Saint Index.
Who is the patron saint of bowling?
No, there is no patron saint of billiards.
Who is patron saint of dolphins?
There is a patron saint of Wales but no patron saint of whales.
