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Why was Saint Patrick put in jail?

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he never was put in jail he was sold by pirates to a person of Ireland.

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Saint Patrick was put in jail for his Christian beliefs and missionary activities. He was captured by Irish raiders and held captive for six years before escaping and returning to his home in Britain.

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No, young Patrick was not sent to jail. He was kidnapped by Irish pirates and sold as a slave where he worked as a shepherd for six years.

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