Saint Martin Vintage Tan Statue - 12 Pieces Per Package

Description:

A small vintage tan statue of Saint Martin. It is composed of hard moulded plastic and has some fantastic details, including facial features, hair, and the contours of her clothing and feet. This wonderful vintage religious figurine would be an excellent addition to any religious home decor, altar, or shrine.

Item No.: BK-12133

Features:

• Saint Martin Vintage Tan Statue - 12 Pieces Per Package
• Patron Saint of People of Mixed race, Innkeepers, Barbers and Public Health Workers
• Feast Day - November 3
• Material: PLastic
  
• Size: 2.5" H
• Perfect for your home!
• 12 Pieces Per Package

Saint Story: 

Martin was ridiculed for being of mixed race. In Peru, by law, all descendants of African or Indians cannot be a member of religious orders. He volunteered and was later accepted by the Dominican Convent of the Rosary in Lima as a servant boy and eventually was moved up. Martin become a Dominican lay brother and was in charge of the infirmary until his death. By the time he died, he became popular and talks of his miracles and taking care of the sick were everywhere. His body was exhumed 25 years later, his body had a rich fragrance and is still intact. He was canonized by Pope John XXIII on May 6, 1962.