St james

July 25: Saint James, Apostle, brother of Saint John, first Apostle to Iberia, modern day Spain, and first of the Apostles to be martyred.

Santiago's Cross symbol Its origins date back to the battle of Clavijo (844). Battle between Moors and Christians which won the latter with the almost miraculous help of St. James astride a white horse, carrying a white flag with the red cross (later called cross Santiago) . Symbol of the Military Religious Order of Santiago (protected and they defended saints and pilgrims places).

Feast of St. James the Greater; Christian Religious Observance; July 25; One of the 12 Apostles, the first Apostle martyred (by beheading, in Jerusalem). By ancient tradition, preached in Spain after the Crucifixion. A patron saint of Spain (as Santiago); his feast is important throughout Latin America.

O glorious Apostle, Saint James,who by reason of thy fervent and generous heart, was chosenby Jesus to be witness of His glory on Mount Tabor, and of His ag

This Saint Jude the Apostle Icon, from Monastery Icons, reminds us to persevere in the most desperate of situations. Order yours today.

The lovely and historic St. James Cathedral in the First Hill neighborhood is a joy to visit. Its exterior and its interior are really beautiful. The interior is filled with magnificent stained glass windows and some lovely religious art. The cathedral is one of the most serene places in Seattle. This statue of Mary and Jesus in the courtyard is ethereal. I want to tiptoe past the statue so I won't disturb the scene. For more information and photos about exploring Seattle, please visit our…

Saint of the Day - 25 July - Feast of St James the Greater, Apostle of Christ and Marytr - Also known as: James Major, James the Elder, James the More, James, son of Zebedee, Santiago de España, Son of Thunder, Iago, Santiago, the Moor Slayer. Martyred - stabbed with a sword by King…

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Carved in marble in Pietrasanta, Italy, this statue of Mary under the title of “Seat of Wisdom” was shipped to the U.S. in 1936 and stood at St. Edward’s Seminary in Kenmore, Wash…