Shop top fashion brands keychains at free delivery and returns possible on eligible purchases. It was, indeed, a saint christopher medala very special one. Saint christopher, a 3rdcentury christian venerated by roman catholics and orthodox. He apparently died under the roman emperor decius, in 251 ad. This is a the new military order saint christopher order form. Christopher is viewed as a saint of protection, particularly for protection during travel and long voyages. There are several legends about saint christopher, including the one in which he was crossing a river when a child asked to be carried across. Instructions and faq to assist you in the nomination process. Saint joseph is one of the worlds most popular saints over the world. Christopher and the medallion named after him is an interesting tale. Christopher, martyr, feast day, july 25, patron saint, early christian saint, floods, storms, christ child, saint.
Shown as pendants or can be worn as a charm on a bracelet. Patron saint christopher medals available in gold and silver with engraving up to characters. Christopher medals to seek his guidance during travel including the daily travel through life. Christopher ride with me motorcycle medal keychain bh010. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Mar 20, 20 image of st christopher taken from the book of hours. The christopher award established 1949 is presented to the producers, directors, and writers of books, films and television specials that affirm the highest values of the human spirit. This book is in very good condition and will be shipped within 24 hours of ordering. The most popular saint medals and their meanings series. I believe the medal kept me sane and rational through the flight.
St christopher medal saint christopher medieval manuscript illuminated manuscript book of hours prayer book. He was a giant of a man and became the patron saint of travelers because he spent his life carrying people across a dangerous river. Christopher medals saint christopher, the protector of safe travel. In the 2004 movie the butterfly effect, the storys main character, evan. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. The ancient order is reserved for those few individuals whose careers embody outstanding achievements and accomplishments in the spirit, dignity, and sense of sacrifice and commitment epitomized by saint christopher. Christopher medal for protection, especially when traveling.
It is given by the christophers, a christian organization founded in 1945 by the maryknoll priest james keller. These medals often represent one of our many beloved saints, one of. Most depictions of saint christopher whether they are on a necklace, religious medal or a rosary center show him with a haloed child on his shoulder and a staff in his hand. In the book of hours by the spitz master, the miniature of this. You can read more of his astonishing work in the book the underground real estate agent. Saint christopher became one of the most popular patron saints for travelers in the middle ages. Antique pewter saint christopher medal w 24 inch continuous curb chain price. Saint christopher novel is a novella set in the middle ages written in the 1890s.
Saint christopher pewter pocket token by bob siemon. Tradition holds that he died at lycia on the southern coast of asia minor about the year 251. These medals reflect a tradition in the roman catholic church. Christopher, but one thing is certain to those who know his name. Christopher parish, journey to the heavenly kingdom of god our father by following the example and service of jesus christ his son, inspired daily by the holy spirit to lead faithfilled christian lives. Christopher is known as the patron saint of safe travels. Saint christopher medal charm necklace for men boys with wheat chain 24 inches 4. Christopher carrying the disguised christchild across a river. Christopher medals are manufactured to attach to your cars sun visor or the dashboard. Give your warning sign if danger is near so that i may stop while the path is clear.
During tc week 98, the chief of transportation approved the military order of saint christopher to recognize those individuals who have made significant contributions to the u. Saint christopher saint christopher is viewed by several christian denominations as a martyr killed in the 3rdcentury. Offero was a wellbuilt, strong man and so tall that was sometimes referred to as a giant. Forced to leave their home in california, the entire family travels all night for twenty hours by bus, arriving at the u. Saint christopher, book of hours, england, late collection of robert mccarthy. It is said that he was a canaanite named reprobus, seven. Christopher, a martyr that lived during the 3rd century during the times of the roman empire.
Christopher is a popular saint, though little facts are known about him. The round medal has a high polish finish and comes in different sizes st. Chrisopher medals are perhaps the most popular patron saint medals of all time. History images, art history, robert campin, hans memling, hans holbein.
Most catholics refer to him as saint christopher anyway, and his medals and the popular. Some day, he thought, jesus christ might come that way. Saint christopher and the gravedigger by catherine cookson. It, therefore, seemed very appropriate that, on coming to barga to live, i discovered he is also bargas patron saint, and the duomo cathedral is named for him. Saint christopher is venerated by several christian denominations as a martyr killed in the. Saint christopher lived during the earliest centuries of christianity. Many people enjoy wearing a saint christopher medal on a necklace or chain during their daily travels or while on extended trips. This patronage came about because of the legend of st. Saint christopher is the patron saint of travellers. The cover may have some limited signs of wear but the pages are clean, intact and the spine remains undamaged. St christopher medal appears in my hand mysteriously. Christopher, patron saint of travelers, fruit dealers, epileptics and. The world jewelry center 14k yellow gold religious saint christopher medal pendant with 1.
Each medal depicts the saint carrying a young child jesus on his shoulders and a staff in his hands. This book has clearly been well maintained and looked after thus far. Christopher is considered the patron saint of travel. The ancient order of saint christopher is the more distinguished of the two levels of the military order of saint christopher. Christopher is usually depicted with the christ child and staff. Christopher visor clips to their cars sun visor in order to pray for his assistance in their travels along the roadways.
Christopher holding the christ child on his shoulder. Christopher medals can be engraved on the back with your own personal message. Christopher medals jewellery pilgrim shop walsingham. Christophers name and image are commonly worn as pendants, especially by travelers. As a result, the name christopher means christbearer. The order of saint christopher was established with two levels, the ancient order and the honorable. Christopher one of the most well known of the saints is known is the patron saint of travelers.
It arrived well before the estimate due date and was well. As the plane took off and throughout the duration of the flight, i held my saint christopher medal tightly in my hand to the point of numbness, which obscured my fears. The catholic church honors medals as a form of religious protection. Saint christopher medals, in various designs and sized suitable for men and women. Two days later, shortly after takeoff, i opened that envelope. Most catholics refer to him as saint christopher anyway, and his medals. In the months and years that follow during the late 1950searly 1960s, francisco, his mother and father, and. Humor is abundant in the story and you find yourself not only smiling but laughing out loud. Unfollow saint christopher medals to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Christopher is the patron saint of travellers, as well as many other things, for example, sailors,ailments, floods, hailstones and transportation. What is the meaning of the saint christopher medal. Saint christopher carrying the christ child getty museum. Id recommend buying this necklace for personal use or as a.
Saint christopher, book of hours, england, late 0s. The catholic faith uses medals to venerate major figures, places, and events in the history of catholicism, as well as a form of holy protection. Saint christopher ancient history art history ancient artifacts medieval art dark ages gothic art sacred art santos. Saint christophers protection chicken soup for the soul. Saint christopher is one of the most popular catholic christian heroes of the faith. According to francis mershman in the catholic encyclopedia, volume iii, a brotherhood that guided travelers over a massive alpine pass in tyrol and vorarlberg was founded in 86 under his patronage. St christopher medal, saint christopher, 925 silver, sterling silver, catholic gifts, silver rounds, belly button rings, vintage items. The medal originates from worship of the figure of st.
History of the st christopher hersey silver st christopher pendants. Great looking necklace, the chain is sturdy enough, as well as the pendent, which is nicely crafted. Catholics and even nonreligious people typically have a st. Christopher are often placed in vehicles for protection from car accidents. Saint christopher picture medal in plastic wallet with prayer card with foil stamping. Christopher is the patron saint of travelers saint christopher was known for being very tall and very strong. Christopher, holy patron of travellers, protect me and lead me safely to my destiny. Christopher medals by category or patron saint medals name list or. Each medal has a specific meaning or purpose related to each saint.
Christopher is also the patron saint of gardeners, sailors and transportation workers. This saint christopher is the most popular saint worn by travelers. We believe that faith in the home selling saint has proven to be a savior for many people. Very pretty pendant with a good weight, it has beautiful detail on the reverse of the st christopher. Christopher is the patron saint of certain professions and even places, but. Image of st christopher taken from the book of hours. The words saint christopher are written along the top of the medal, and protect us along the bottom. Legends about the life and death of saint christopher first appeared in greece in the 6th century and had spread to france by the 9th century. Not exactly your traditional image of saint christopher, patron saint of travellers. St josephs history has in many ways under the centuries kept to impress people.
Pewter pocket medal, dimensional center design in blue epoxy. The 11thcentury bishop and poet walter of speyer gave one version, but the most popular variations originated from the thcentury golden legend. Saint christophers popularity, like his giant staff, bore much fruit. The most popular is that he was a rather ugly, giant man, born to a heathen. Learn more about the meaning behind each saint medal. How on earth did anybody in the middle ages come to believe that saint christopher was a doghead. Christopher medals beautifully crafted in sterling silver and colored enamel. This relates to the legend of christopher carry the child jesus and the weight of the worlds sins across a dangerous river.