St. Patrick's Day

St. Patrick's Day

Who Was St. Patrick?

St. Patrick, the patron saint of Ireland, is one of Christianity's most widely known figures. But for all his prevalence in culture, namely the holiday held on the day of his death, his life remains a mystery. Many of the stories traditionally associated with St. Patrick, including the famous account of his banishing all the snakes from Ireland, are false, the product of hundreds of years of exaggerated storytelling.

What is the purpose of St. Patrick’s Day?

The Origins of St. Patrick's Day. St. Patrick's Day celebrates the Roman Catholic feast day of the patron saint of Ireland.St. Patrick died on March 17, 461.

Why is St. Patrick’s Day designated when it is?

St. Patrick’s day is on March 17 because that is the day when the patron saint of Ireland St. Patrick passed away. The traditions and stories didn’t start until later but the day of his death is why it’s celebrated March 17.

Why a certain color on St. Patrick’s Day?

Pinching people on St Patrick's day is thought to revolve around the leprechaun and the legend that wearing green makes one invisible to the mischievous fairies. As the dubious legend dictates, leprechauns would pinch anyone not wearing green – so people pinch those not wearing green to remind them.