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Apr 12, 2024 · St. Andrew (died 60/70 ce, Patras, Achaia [Greece]; feast day November 30) was one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus and the brother of St. Peter. He is the patron saint of Scotland and of Russia. In the Synoptic Gospels (Matthew, Mark, and Luke), Peter and Andrew—whose Greek name means “manly”—were called from their fishing by Jesus to ...
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Learn about St. Andrew, the brother of St. Peter and one of the first disciples of Jesus. Find out his life, martyrdom, relics, patronages and symbol of the saltire cross.
St. Andrew is traditionally portrayed with a long forked beard, a cross, and a book. Masaccio's 1426 "Saint Andrew" is a panel painting in tempora and gold leaf, once part of the Pisa Altarpiece It is now at the Getty Center in Los Angeles, California. Andrew appears as part of Carlo Crivelli's San Domenico Altarpiece (1476).
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Learn about St Andrew, the apostle who became Scotland's patron saint in 1320. Discover how his spirit of friendship, generosity and social responsibility is reflected in Scottish culture and society today.
Jun 25, 2019 · Learn about the life, martyrdom, and symbolism of Saint Andrew, the brother of Peter and the first among the apostles to introduce Christ to his brother. Find out his feast day, patronages, and relics in different countries and churches.
Jul 31, 2009 · Learn about the life, significance and history of Saint Andrew, the patron saint of Scotland, Greece and Russia. Find out how his bones were brought to Scotland, why he is associated with the cross and the flag, and how he influenced Scottish culture and religion.
Nov 27, 2013 · Learn about the life, name, and role of St. Andrew, the brother of St. Peter and the first disciple to follow Jesus. Discover how he was close to Jesus, realistic, and a bridge between Jews and Gentiles.
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