St. Casimir of Poland
Polish prince of the Jagiellon dynasty, second son of King Casimir IV. From childhood he was noted for piety, chastity, and care for the poor, refusing to participate in his father's military campaigns and devoting himself instead to prayer and almsgiving. He died of tuberculosis at age twenty-five and was canonized as a model of pure Christian princely life. He is venerated as a patron of both Poland and Lithuania, who long shared a single crown.
Life & Times
Also known as: Kazimierz Jagiellończyk; Casimir Jagiellon; Patron of Poland · Born: October 3, 1458 · Died: March 4, 1484 · From: Kraków, Poland; Vilnius, Lithuania.
Patronage
St. Casimir of Poland is invoked as the patron of poland, lithuania, young men, bachelors, the youth of eastern europe. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
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About Catholic Saints
Catholic saints, including St. Casimir of Poland, 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.