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Saint Alexander of Comana is the patron saint of coal burners. He was the Bishop of Comana in Pontus, and passed away sometime in 250 AD.
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Why did St. Alexander become a patron saint?
There are many, many saints named Alexander. To which were you referring?
What age did Saint Alexander of Jerusalem die?
He was martyred in the year 251 but, since his date of birth is not recorded, we do not know his age at death.
When did St. Alexander the charcoal burner become a saint?
St. Alexander was not canonized. he was proclaimed a saint by early Christians because of his martyrdom. The canonization process did not come into existence until the 12th century. In the primitive Church, martyrs were immediately recognized as witnessing to the perfection of Christian life on earth, having shown the ultimate proof of their love for Christ by the offering of their lives. By the sacrifice of their lives for Christ, they attained Heaven in eternal glory and were indissolubly united to the Lord, the Head of the Mystical Body.
What saint had their head chopped off?
Many saints had their heads removed. Here are a few examples:John the Baptist Saint Paul Saint George Saint Denis Saint Valentine of Rome
Why was Saint Anthony made a saint?
Please advise which Saint Anthony you are referring to.
When did Alexander of Comana die?
Alexander of Comana died in 250.
What has the author Alexander Geddes written?
Alexander Geddes has written: 'An answer to the Bishop of Comana's Pastoral letter'
When did Zoticus of Comana die?
Zoticus of Comana died in 204.
When did Alexander Woollcott become a saint?
Alexander Woollcott is not a saint.
What is saint Alexander of Jerusalem patron saint of?
Alexander or Jerusalem has no patronages.
What is Saint Alexander of Lyon the patron saint of?
The Patron Saint Index shows no patronages for Alexander of Lyon.
Is Pope Alexander III a canonized saint?
No, he is not a canonized saint.
What is St. Alexander of Jerusalem the patron saint of?
Alexander or Jerusalem has no patronages.
What has the author Alexander LaPerchia written?
Alexander LaPerchia has written: 'Satan and the saint'
Where did Alexander McQueen go to college?
Alexander McQueen went to Central Saint Martins
Why was Saint Alexander I declared a saint?
Pope Alexander I was the pope from c. 107 to his death c. 115. He is believed to have died a martyr which would have had him declared a saint by popular acclamation as he made the ultimate sacrifice for God.
Why did St. Alexander become a patron saint?
There are many, many saints named Alexander. To which were you referring?
