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Why do paintings of Saint Jerome have lions in it?

Anonymous

∙ 14y ago

Updated: 11/15/2022

"...he is shown with a lion, from whose paw, according to legend, he once drew a thorn. Actually this story was transferred to him from the tradition of St. Gerasimus, but a lion is not an inappropriate symbol for so fearless a champion of the faith."

~mellissalove~

Wiki User

∙ 14y ago

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Who is the patron saint of lions?

The patron saint of lions is St. Mark the Evangelist.

When was Saint Jerome's Academy created?

Saint Jerome's Academy was created in 1954.

When and where did Saint Jerome die?

Saint Jerome died on September 30, AD420 in Bethlehem.

What fourth century saint translated the scripture into Latin?

Saint Jerome translated The Bible.

When is the feast day of Saint Jerome?

September 30 is the feast of Saint Jerome in the Western Church.

When was Saint Jerome in His Study - Ghirlandaio - created?

Saint Jerome in His Study - Ghirlandaio - was created in 1480.

When was Saint Jerome in His Study - Dürer - created?

Saint Jerome in His Study - Dürer - was created in 1514.

How did Saint Jerome die?

i believe that Saint Jerome died a Natural Death

Who was st Jerome?

Saint Jerome is a saint who was born in 331. His is the patron saint of librarians. He was a priest and historian who spent much time learning.

What NFL team does Jerome Couplin play for?

Jerome Couplin plays for the Detroit Lions.

What position does Jerome Couplin play?

Jerome Couplin plays Safety for the Detroit Lions.

Who is patron saint of Lectors and his history?

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