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Where was Saint John the Apostle buried?
Saint John the Apostle is traditionally believed to have been buried in Ephesus, Turkey. His tomb is said to be located inside the Basilica of St. John, which was built over his grave in the 6th century.
Where was Saint Matthew the Evangelist buried?
Saint Matthew the Evangelist is traditionally believed to have been buried in the city of Salerno, Italy. In the 11th century, his relics were transferred to the Cathedral of Salerno, where they are venerated to this day.
Where is Saint George buried?
Saint George is believed to be buried in the town of Lod, Israel.
Where is Saint Anthony of Padua buried?
Saint Anthony of Padua is buried in Padua,Italy.
Where was Saint Thomas buried?
St. Thomas the Apostle was stabbed with a spear about the year 72 while in prayer on a hill in Mylapur, India. He was buried near the site of his death. Later his relics were moved to Edessa, Mesopotamia, and finally to Ortona, Italy, in the 13th century.
What saint was called the rock?
The Apostle Simon Peter.
Is Saint Simon's feast on October 28?
Yes, the feast day of Saint Simon the Apostle is on October 28. He shares the day with Saint Jude Thaddeus.
What were Saint Simon's qualities?
Are you referring to Simon the Apostle or one of the other saints by that name. Please be specific.
When did Saint Simon become a saint?
There are a number of saints named Simon. However, if you are referring to Simon the Apostle, he was declared a saint by popular acclaim long before the official canonization process was instituted. He was probably already called a saint by the end of the first century.
How did Saint Simon die?
Simon the Apostle was martyred but we do not know how. Some say he was crucified, others say he was sawn in half.
How did Saint Andrew the Apostle become the patron saint of fishermen?
St. Andrew and his brother Simon Peter were fishermen themselves.
Who is buried at the altar of Saint Peters Basilica?
Nobody is buried in the altar at Saint Peter's, however, the altar is built directly over the tomb of St. Peter, the first apostle.
Did Saint Andrew have any siblings?
He had at least one brother - Simon Peter the Apostle.
For what reason was Saint Simon canonized?
Saint Simon the Apostle was never canonized. The official canonization process was not instituted until the 12th century, Simon would have been declared a saint by the early Christian community based on his life of heroic virtue and martyrdom.
Where was Saint Simon Peter the apostle born?
He is thought to have been born in the town of Bethsaida in Galilee.
What is the relevance of Saint Peter's Basilica?
It is the headquarters of the Catholic Church. It is named after St. Peter, the apostle and first pope. He and many other popes are buried under it.
Where was Saint John the Apostle buried?
Saint John the Apostle is traditionally believed to have been buried in Ephesus, Turkey. His tomb is said to be located inside the Basilica of St. John, which was built over his grave in the 6th century.
