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(Created page with "{{Breadcrumbs|align=right|officialwebsite=no|wikipedia=yes|page=Dedication of churches}} Churches are named for a variety of figures, concepts, and events. == Saints == Many churches are named after saints as holy individuals who have lived exemplary lives or died as martyrs. Examples include: * St. Peter's Basilica (after Saint Peter, one of Jesus's apostles) * St. Paul's Cathedral (after Saint Paul the Apostle) * Mary, the Mother of Jesus ** Notre-Dame Cathedral (Ou...") |
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Churches are named for a variety of figures, concepts, and events.
Saints
Many churches are named after saints as holy individuals who have lived exemplary lives or died as martyrs. Examples include:
- St. Peter's Basilica (after Saint Peter, one of Jesus's apostles)
- St. Paul's Cathedral (after Saint Paul the Apostle)
- Mary, the Mother of Jesus
- Notre-Dame Cathedral (Our Lady, referring to Mary)
- Santa Maria Maggiore (Saint Mary Major)
Angels
Examples
- St. Michael's Church (after the Archangel Michael)
Jesus Christ
Some churches directly reference Jesus or events in his life:
- Church of the Nativity (referencing the birth of Jesus)
- Church of the Holy Sepulchre (believed to be the site of Jesus's crucifixion and burial)
Trinity
Elements of Christian theology like the Trinity might be referenced:
- Holy Trinity Church
Biblical events or places
Example:
- Church of the Ascension