Why do images of Saint Martin of Tours almost always show him riding a horse? And why is the Ukrainian saint Josaphat Kuntsevych generally shown carrying a strangely shaped weapon?
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Horses, Halberds, and Other Symbols of Saints
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Horses, Halberds, and Other Symbols of Saints
Devotion to the souls in Purgatory contains in itself all the works of mercy, which supernaturalized by a spirit of faith, should merit us Heaven. de Sales
Re: Horses, Halberds, and Other Symbols of Saints
Let us pose a theoretical supposition that we all are granted sainthood.
What would be your highlighted saintly qualities and how would they be depicted on "your" prayercard?
God have mercy on me a sinner but if i were a saint, my prayer card would show some technology as i prepare the audio visual equipment for Masses which enables hymns and responses to be projected. I also visit the downtrodden and ill. (i say this with humility to start the ball rolling).
What would be your highlighted saintly qualities and how would they be depicted on "your" prayercard?
God have mercy on me a sinner but if i were a saint, my prayer card would show some technology as i prepare the audio visual equipment for Masses which enables hymns and responses to be projected. I also visit the downtrodden and ill. (i say this with humility to start the ball rolling).
"He who followeth Me, walketh not in darkness." sayeth the Lord
Re: Horses, Halberds, and Other Symbols of Saints
I can't think of any saintly qualities I have but if I had a prayer card it would be a picture of me holding lots of babies. I love babies.
Devotion to the souls in Purgatory contains in itself all the works of mercy, which supernaturalized by a spirit of faith, should merit us Heaven. de Sales
Re: Horses, Halberds, and Other Symbols of Saints
yes babies!
and much more......
bringing faith to many around the world (via this wonderful forum you set up) - you are a missionary
of faith
and much more......
bringing faith to many around the world (via this wonderful forum you set up) - you are a missionary
of faith "He who followeth Me, walketh not in darkness." sayeth the Lord