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Orthodox icon of Saint Patrick of Ireland with staff, Gospel, and shamrock.

The Pre-Schism West

Saint Patrick of Ireland c. AD 461

Bishop & Enlightener of Ireland


Commemorated
March 17
Lived
c. AD 461

The Romano-Briton carried to Ireland as a slave, who returned as its bishop and enlightener — a saint of the undivided, pre-schism West.

Holy Patrick of Ireland, pray to God for us.