Saint Hilda was an abbess - the head of a monastery.
Saint Hilda of Whitby is not a patron saint
Saint Hilda of Whitby is not a patron saint.
The staff is a bishop's staff or crosier.
Saint Hilda of Whitby was born in the year 614 at Northumbria, England.
A Crosier is what the Bishop holds.
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St Hilda
Patrick is usually shown holding a crosier, also known as a shepherd's staff or bishop's staff.
Born: AD614Died: November 17, 680
Saint Hilda, also known as Hilda of Whitby, was an influential figure in early Christianity in England. She played a key role in the conversion of Anglo-Saxon England to Christianity and was known for her wisdom, leadership, and commitment to education. Hilda's monastery at Whitby became a center of learning and spirituality, attracting many significant figures of the time.
Saint George is often depicted on a horse.
Saint Clement is often depicted standing on an anchor as he was martyred by being tied to an anchor and thrown into the sea.