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ST. PAUL THE EVANGELIST

Saint Paul, originally known as Saul of Tarsus, was a pivotal figure in early Christianity. After a dramatic conversion on the road to Damascus, he became one of the most influential apostles, spreading the teachings of Jesus Christ across the Roman Empire. His letters, known as the Epistles, form a significant part of the New Testament, shaping Christian theology and doctrine.

Saint Paul, originally named Saul, was born in Tarsus, in what is now Turkey, around the year 5–10 AD. He was a Roman citizen and a devout Jew, educated under the famous rabbi Gamaliel. Initially, Saul was an enemy of Christians, zealously persecuting followers of Jesus. However, his life took a dramatic turn when he encountered Christ on the road to Damascus. Blinded by a vision of Christ, Saul was instructed to go to Damascus, where his sight was restored by a Christian disciple named Ananias. This event marked his conversion, and he was baptized as Paul, dedicating his life to preaching the Gospel.

Paul went on to become one of Christianity’s most prolific missionaries. He traveled extensively throughout the Mediterranean, founding numerous Christian communities and spreading the teachings of Jesus Christ. His Epistles, letters written to early Christian communities, form a major part of the New Testament and have had a lasting influence on Christian theology. His teachings emphasized salvation through faith in Jesus Christ, the importance of love, and the unity of believers in Christ.

Despite facing persecution, imprisonment, and hardship, Paul continued his missionary work, often enduring personal suffering for the sake of the Gospel. His writings addressed issues of early Christian doctrine, church practices, and ethics, offering guidance to Christians living in a pagan world. Paul’s letters also affirmed the message that the Gospel was for both Jews and Gentiles, a key development in the early Church’s outreach to non-Jews.

Paul’s life came to an end around the year 67 AD, when he was martyred in Rome under the Emperor Nero. He was buried near the site of what is now the Basilica of Saint Paul Outside the Walls. While Paul was not formally canonized as a saint in the way later saints were, he is universally recognized as one of the most important figures in Christian history. His feast day is celebrated on June 29th, the same day as Saint Peter, acknowledging their roles in the foundation of the Church.

Feast Day

29-6-

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Died Date

--67 AD

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St. Paul's Outside the Walls, Rome

St. Paul, Apostle of Christ and teacher of the Gospel, Pray for us to be bold in faith and love. Guide us to follow Christ’s path With dedication and humility. Amen.
ST. PAUL THE EVANGELIST

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ST. PAUL THE EVANGELIST

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