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Fiacre

Fiacre

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A saint from the 7th century in Ireland who is the patron of gardeners
  • proper noun
: Fiacre
  • The church dedicated to Fiacre attracts visitors from all over Europe.

Examples

  • Saint Fiacre is often depicted with a garden.

  • Stories about Fiacre often mention his kindness to travelers and the sick.

  • Many gardeners still plant marigolds on the feast day of Fiacre to honor his memory.

  • Many people pray to Fiacre for a fruitful harvest.

  • Saint Fiacre is celebrated every year on September 1st for his contributions to gardening.

  • Many gardeners pray to Fiacre for a fruitful harvest during the planting season.

  • The church dedicated to Fiacre attracts visitors who seek to honor the patron saint of gardeners.

Surface Forms

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Etymology

Fiacre was a 7th-century Irish hermit and saint who became famous for a small garden and for helping travelers and the sick. Because of that, he became the special protector of gardeners, and gardeners still honor his name today.