St. Patrick's Day on March 17th is a time-honored tradition and a fun holiday—but is there more to it than wearing green, drinking beer, and watching parades? In reality, St. Patrick's Day is rich with spiritual meaning as a commemoration of Saint Patrick, a 5th century missionary who converted nearly all of Ireland to Christianity. This article will tell you everything you need to know about the spiritual meaning of St. Patrick's Day , as well as the history of Saint Patrick himself and the holiday celebrated yearly in his honor.
Why is St. Patrick’s day celebrated?
St. Patrick's Day is a Christian holiday with spiritual themes of faith, divine protection, & transformation. It's a time when Christians celebrate their faith in God and St. Patrick's journey from slave to missionary to saint. Irish and Irish Americans also celebrate it to honor their cultural heritage.
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