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Why is Saint Bernard the patron of the Alps and mountaineers?
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Bernard of Menthon was a priest who evangelized the residents of the Alps for over 40 years.
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What is the history of saint bernards?
It depends which Saint Bernard you are talking about. St. Bernard of Clarivaux is patron saint of beekeepers, bees, candlemakers, chandlers, Gibraltar, Queens College Cambridge, wax-melters, and wax refiners. (http://saints.sqpn.com/saintb08.htm) St. Bernard of Menthon is patron saint of the Alps, Alpinists, mountain climbers, mountaineers, skiers, and travelers in the mountains. (http://saints.sqpn.com/saintb23.htm) There may be other Saint Bernards as well. :
How did st Bernard die?
all dogs die but if you go to the swiss alps thre is certon that there is a saint named barry
What has the author Lucien Quaglia written?
Lucien Quaglia has written: 'La maison du Grand-Saint-Bernard des origines aux temps actuels' -- subject(s): St. Bernard, Great, Alps
How does his painting 'Bonaparte Crossing the Alps at Mont Saint Bernard' represent different eras in Jacques Louis David's work?
'Bonaparte Crossing the Alps at Mont Saint Bernard' represents a turning point in David's work in that he is showing his hypocrisy- whereas the artist once showed his allegiance to the struggling working classes in pieces such as "The Death of Marat", he is now creating art for and about the tyranny, soon given the title "First Artist of the Empire" by Napoleon himself.
What breed of dog was formerly used to rescue travellers in the alps?
border choler
What does the name saint bernard mean?
The name "St. Bernard" originates from traveler's hospice on the often treacherous St. Bernard Pass in the Western Alps between Switzerland and Italy, where the name was passed to the local dogs. The pass, the lodge, and the dogs are named for Bernard of Menthon, the 11th century monk who established the station. (Wikipedia)For the source and more detailed information concerning your request, click under the related links section (Wikipedia) indicated directly below this answer section.
Why did monks in the European Alps used to keep St. Bernard dogs?
because it was a good known rescue dogs
How is David's Napoleon Crossing the Saint-Bernard historically inaccurate?
The painting depicts Napoleon making a bold statement of crossing the Alps in inclement weather. The facts of the crossing are that the weather was fine the day of the crossing and Napoleon did not lead the troops across; he was taken across with the help of guides.
Which country did yodeling come from?
Yodeling originated in the Alpine region of Europe, specifically in the mountainous areas of Switzerland, Austria, and southern Germany. It was historically used as a form of communication between mountain valleys.
What has the author Cicely Williams written?
Cicely Williams has written: 'A church in the Alps' -- subject(s): Switzerland Zermatt, Zermatt, Switzerland. St. Peter's English Church 'Zermatt saga' -- subject(s): Mountaineering 'Women on the rope' -- subject(s): Women mountaineers
Where were St. Bernard's first bread?
St Bernards were bred in the Swiss Alps by Monks to help rescue travelers lost in the snow...they carried a cask of brandy to warm the lost
What are the divisions of the Alps?
Western alps, central alps, and eastern alps
