He was a giant of a man and became the patron saint of travelers because he spent his life carrying people across a dangerous river. St josephs history has in many ways under the centuries kept to impress people. Christopher is viewed as a saint of protection, particularly for protection during travel and long voyages. Legends about the life and death of saint christopher first appeared in greece in the 6th century and had spread to france by the 9th century. In the months and years that follow during the late 1950searly 1960s, francisco, his mother and father, and. Christopher medals saint christopher, the protector of safe travel. Patron saint christopher medals available in gold and silver with engraving up to characters. Christopher are often placed in vehicles for protection from car accidents. Christopher is usually depicted with the christ child and staff. Two days later, shortly after takeoff, i opened that envelope. These medals often represent one of our many beloved saints, one of. Saint christopher became one of the most popular patron saints for travelers in the middle ages. Christopher is also the patron saint of gardeners, sailors and transportation workers.
Saint joseph is one of the worlds most popular saints over the world. What is the meaning of the saint christopher medal. The ancient order is reserved for those few individuals whose careers embody outstanding achievements and accomplishments in the spirit, dignity, and sense of sacrifice and commitment epitomized by saint christopher. Humor is abundant in the story and you find yourself not only smiling but laughing out loud. Christopher holding the christ child on his shoulder. Most depictions of saint christopher whether they are on a necklace, religious medal or a rosary center show him with a haloed child on his shoulder and a staff in his hand. It was, indeed, a saint christopher medala very special one. The most popular is that he was a rather ugly, giant man, born to a heathen. The ancient order of saint christopher is the more distinguished of the two levels of the military order of saint christopher. Saint christopher medals, in various designs and sized suitable for men and women.
The most popular saint medals and their meanings series. Christopher one of the most well known of the saints is known is the patron saint of travelers. It is said that he was a canaanite named reprobus, seven. Christopher medals by category or patron saint medals name list or. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. These medals reflect a tradition in the roman catholic church. Christopher medals beautifully crafted in sterling silver and colored enamel.
Tradition holds that he died at lycia on the southern coast of asia minor about the year 251. Pewter pocket medal, dimensional center design in blue epoxy. Mar 20, 20 image of st christopher taken from the book of hours. This patronage came about because of the legend of st.
Saint christopher saint christopher is viewed by several christian denominations as a martyr killed in the 3rdcentury. St christopher medal appears in my hand mysteriously. The medal originates from worship of the figure of st. Christopher carrying the disguised christchild across a river. Each medal depicts the saint carrying a young child jesus on his shoulders and a staff in his hands. Christopher medals to seek his guidance during travel including the daily travel through life. On a visit to a meeting in the governors conference room at the state capital in sacramento i had a usual and unexplained experience happen. Christopher medallions in sterling silver, 24k gold over sterling silver, 14k gold filled, and 14k gold. Saint christopher, book of hours, england, late collection of robert mccarthy. Christophers name and image are commonly worn as pendants, especially by travelers. The round medal has a high polish finish and comes in different sizes st. Saint christopher lived during the earliest centuries of christianity. History of the st christopher hersey silver st christopher pendants. Christopher, holy patron of travellers, protect me and lead me safely to my destiny.
Christopher medals are manufactured to attach to your cars sun visor or the dashboard. Christopher, a martyr that lived during the 3rd century during the times of the roman empire. Christopher, protect us with room for personalization on the back. Instructions and faq to assist you in the nomination process. Give your warning sign if danger is near so that i may stop while the path is clear. Offero was a wellbuilt, strong man and so tall that was sometimes referred to as a giant. Some day, he thought, jesus christ might come that way. Saint christophers popularity, like his giant staff, bore much fruit. History images, art history, robert campin, hans memling, hans holbein. Saint christopher is venerated by several christian denominations as a martyr killed in the. Christopher medals can be engraved on the back with your own personal message. Christopher visor clips to their cars sun visor in order to pray for his assistance in their travels along the roadways.
This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Christopher medal for protection, especially when traveling. Christopher is known as the patron saint of safe travels. This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering.
The words saint christopher are written along the top of the medal, and protect us along the bottom. The christopher award established 1949 is presented to the producers, directors, and writers of books, films and television specials that affirm the highest values of the human spirit. Saint christopher novel is a novella set in the middle ages written in the 1890s. Learn more about the meaning behind each saint medal.
Saint christopher is the patron saint of travellers. There are several legends about saint christopher, including the one in which he was crossing a river when a child asked to be carried across. Christopher is the patron saint of certain professions and even places, but. Very pretty pendant with a good weight, it has beautiful detail on the reverse of the st christopher. Most catholics refer to him as saint christopher anyway, and his medals and the popular. Saint christopher, a 3rdcentury christian venerated by roman catholics and orthodox. As the plane took off and throughout the duration of the flight, i held my saint christopher medal tightly in my hand to the point of numbness, which obscured my fears. Catholics and even nonreligious people typically have a st. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. You can read more of his astonishing work in the book the underground real estate agent. Unfollow saint christopher medals to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Most catholics refer to him as saint christopher anyway, and his medals.
St christopher medal, saint christopher, 925 silver, sterling silver, catholic gifts, silver rounds, belly button rings, vintage items. Christopher, martyr, feast day, july 25, patron saint, early christian saint, floods, storms, christ child, saint. According to francis mershman in the catholic encyclopedia, volume iii, a brotherhood that guided travelers over a massive alpine pass in tyrol and vorarlberg was founded in 86 under his patronage. Saint christopher picture medal in plastic wallet with prayer card with foil stamping. During tc week 98, the chief of transportation approved the military order of saint christopher to recognize those individuals who have made significant contributions to the u. Chrisopher medals are perhaps the most popular patron saint medals of all time. The catholic faith uses medals to venerate major figures, places, and events in the history of catholicism, as well as a form of holy protection. Saint christopher ancient history art history ancient artifacts medieval art dark ages gothic art sacred art santos. This is a the new military order saint christopher order form.
This saint christopher is the most popular saint worn by travelers. Antique pewter saint christopher medal w 24 inch continuous curb chain price. The order of saint christopher was established with two levels, the ancient order and the honorable. Saint christopher is one of the most popular catholic christian heroes of the faith. Christopher is a popular saint, though little facts are known about him. Saint christopher and the gravedigger by catherine cookson. Great looking necklace, the chain is sturdy enough, as well as the pendent, which is nicely crafted.
Christopher is the patron saint of travellers, as well as many other things, for example, sailors,ailments, floods, hailstones and transportation. Shop top fashion brands keychains at free delivery and returns possible on eligible purchases. Saint christophers protection chicken soup for the soul. As a result, the name christopher means christbearer. Saint christopher pewter pocket token by bob siemon.
Each medal has a specific meaning or purpose related to each saint. How on earth did anybody in the middle ages come to believe that saint christopher was a doghead. It, therefore, seemed very appropriate that, on coming to barga to live, i discovered he is also bargas patron saint, and the duomo cathedral is named for him. Christopher parish, journey to the heavenly kingdom of god our father by following the example and service of jesus christ his son, inspired daily by the holy spirit to lead faithfilled christian lives. Many people enjoy wearing a saint christopher medal on a necklace or chain during their daily travels or while on extended trips. Christopher is considered the patron saint of travel. The world jewelry center 14k yellow gold religious saint christopher medal pendant with 1. Saint christopher carrying the christ child getty museum. In the 2004 movie the butterfly effect, the storys main character, evan. In the book of hours by the spitz master, the miniature of this. The 11thcentury bishop and poet walter of speyer gave one version, but the most popular variations originated from the thcentury golden legend. Christopher is the patron saint of travelers saint christopher was known for being very tall and very strong.
Saint christopher, book of hours, england, late 0s. Shown as pendants or can be worn as a charm on a bracelet. This relates to the legend of christopher carry the child jesus and the weight of the worlds sins across a dangerous river. Forced to leave their home in california, the entire family travels all night for twenty hours by bus, arriving at the u. I believe the medal kept me sane and rational through the flight. Christopher, patron saint of travelers, fruit dealers, epileptics and. Id recommend buying this necklace for personal use or as a. We believe that faith in the home selling saint has proven to be a savior for many people. He apparently died under the roman emperor decius, in 251 ad. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Not exactly your traditional image of saint christopher, patron saint of travellers.
It arrived well before the estimate due date and was well. St christopher medal saint christopher medieval manuscript illuminated manuscript book of hours prayer book. Image of st christopher taken from the book of hours. Christopher ride with me motorcycle medal keychain bh010. It is given by the christophers, a christian organization founded in 1945 by the maryknoll priest james keller. Christopher medals jewellery pilgrim shop walsingham. One of the 14 auxiliary saints, saint christopher is the patron saint of all travelers. The catholic church honors medals as a form of religious protection.
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