St. Mark Evangelist (lion) with aureole
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Saint Mark the Evangelist, author of the second Gospel, is the patron saint of Venice. Symbol: the lion. His relics rest in the Basilica of St. Mark.
Saint Mark the Evangelist – Author of the Second Gospel
Saint Mark is one of the Four Evangelists and the author of the Gospel according to Mark, the shortest among the canonical Gospels. It focuses on the deeds of Jesus Christ rather than his teachings.
Life of Saint Mark
Born in Jerusalem, Mark came from a wealthy family. Early Christian communities gathered in his mother’s house, which is believed by some to have hosted the Last Supper.
Mark joined Paul and Barnabas on the first missionary journey and later followed Peter to Rome. It is believed that Peter inspired him to write the Gospel.
Mission and martyrdom
Mark is considered the founder of the Church of Alexandria, where he became bishop. Around 67 AD, he was martyred by being dragged through the streets during a pagan uprising.
Relics in Venice
A legend tells that in the 9th century, Venetian merchants stole his relics from Alexandria and brought them to Venice, where the magnificent St. Mark's Basilica was built. Mark became the city's patron saint and his symbol, the winged lion, represents the Republic of Venice to this day.
Iconography, Feast Day and Patronage
- Iconography: with a book or scroll, lion, martyrdom scenes
- Feast day: April 25
- Patron of: Venice, notaries, scribes, builders, basket makers, glass painters, good weather, protection from storms and sudden death
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Saint Mark the Evangelist, author of the second Gospel, is the patron saint of Venice. Symbol: the lion. His relics rest in the Basilica of St. Mark.