Hl. Antonius

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Statue of Saint Anthony at the Baroque Way of the Cross in Heiligenkreuz Abbey.

Saint Anthony of Padua, born Fernando Martins de Bulhões in Lisbon in 1195, is one of the best-known and most popular saints in the Catholic Church. He joined the Augustinian order at an early age, later transferring to the Franciscans and taking the name Anthony.

His life was marked by deep faith, scholarship, and a special talent for preaching.

He died in 1231 at the age of only 36 in Arcella near Padua. He was canonized just one year later. Today, Anthony is considered the patron saint of the poor, travelers, and lovers—but above all, he is revered as the “finder of lost things.” Many believers call on him in moments of despair when they are searching for something—be it an object, a path, or inner peace.

His feast day is June 13, when processions and celebrations in honor of St. Anthony take place in many countries.