St. Anthony of Padua
Biography
Known as the "Hammer of Heretics," Anthony was a powerful preacher and a Doctor of the Church. He is widely invoked for finding lost items, a tradition stemming from a lost book of psalms that was returned to him after prayer.
Throughout history, St. Anthony of Padua has been a beacon of faith, demonstrating how to live a life fully dedicated to God's will. The legacy left behind continues to inspire millions of faithful around the world today.
"For what does it profit a man to gain the whole world, and forfeit his soul?"
— Traditional Catholic Reflection
Patronage
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