St. Anthony of Egypt
"Father of Christian monasticism" (c. 251-356), Egyptian hermit who, after distributing his inheritance, withdrew into the desert to live a life of prayer and asceticism; his Life by St. Athanasius shaped the monastic tradition of East and West. Feast January 17.
Life & Times
Also known as: Anthony the Great · Born: 251 · Died: 356 · From: Egypt.
Patronage
St. Anthony of Egypt is invoked as the patron of monks, hermits, gravediggers, skin diseases, animals. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
“I no longer fear God, for I love Him; and love casts out fear.”— Recorded in St. Athanasius's 'Life of Anthony' (Vita Antonii), c. 357 AD
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About Catholic Saints
Catholic saints, including St. Anthony of Egypt, are Christians whom the Catholic Church has formally recognized as having lived lifes of heroic holiness and who now dwell with God in heaven, offering an example of faith for those still on their earthly journey. Catholics don't worship saints, but ask them to pray to God with us and for us — much as one might ask a trusted friend to pray for them — trusting that those closest to God can join their voices to ours before Him. Discover more saints in the Catholic Shop Saints section.