Patron saint jewelry is a group of medals that have the image of a particular saint stamped or drawn into them. This type of jewelry is popular with Catholics who wear them to invoke the protection or blessing of the saint inscribed on the metal. For example, Saint Christopher is a popular saint who watches over travelers. Many Catholics wear a Saint Christopher medal to ensure safe passage whenever they take a trip even if it is to the grocery store on the corner. They are also a popular way for the faithful to express their love and belief in God. According to archeological evidence, saint medallions have been worn since the early times of Christianity. Many historians believe that the wearing of patron saint jewelry was influenced by the surround pagan religions whose members often wore talismans with the image of their gods on them for protection. The church adopted this practice and substituted the saints in the place of the pagan gods. Today, there are over 10,000 saints th...
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