Codice prodotto: L10339
Memorial Day: November 17
When did Saint Florinus live: 9th century AD
BIOGRAPHY:
Saint Florinus was a priest from Vinschgau (South Tyrol), known for his generosity and pious life. He was born in Matsch and likely received his education in Chur, where he later served as a priest. He is especially remembered for his miraculous feeding of the poor. After his death, he was venerated in the church of Ramosch in the Engadine.
PATRONAGE:
St. Florinus is the patron saint of vintners, shepherds, and the sick.
SYMBOLISM, DEPICTION:
The symbols of San Florinus are a chalice, representing his priestly role, a book as a sign of his wisdom, and a lily symbolizing his purity and devotion.
PATRON SAINT OF:
Florian, Floriano, Florence, Florent, Florianus, Florentio, Florián, Fieron, Florestan, Floro, Floriaan, Fiorenzo, Floris, Fiorino, Flavio, Flo, Fio, Loriano, Lorenz, Lorenzo.