Saints @ Storynory

Oct 02 2023 6 ep. 1.3k

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The names of the saints live on in celebrations such as St. Valentine's and St. Patrick's Day. We tell some of the myths, legends, and facts behind this special days.

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The Miracles of St Francis of Assisi

Of all the saints, St. Francis of Assisi stands out for his deep love for animals and nature. His day is celebrated on the 4th of October, and it's a time when people around the world remember his teachings of peace and kindness towards all creatures.

Good King Wenceslas

The story and the music of the Christmas Carol. King Wenceslas was the Duke of Bohemia 921-935. He is patron Saint of the Czech Republic and his statue stands in Wenceslaus Square in Prague. His feast day is September 28.

St. David of Wales

The story of St. David, the patron saint of Wales, whose day falls on March 1st.

St. George And The Dragon

The story of how George saved a town and a princess from a fearful dragon. He is associated with courage and chivalry and several countries have chosen him as their patron saint.

St. Patrick

St. Patrick is famous for banishing the snakes from Ireland. But there are loads more legends about Ireland's patron saint who is celebrated with parties and parades on March 17th.

St. Valentine

St. Valentine was the first person to write a love letter signed "From your Valentine". He did this in prison on the eve of February 14th, in the year 270 AD and this is his story.