saint francis xavier

Thân thiện

A statue of Saint Francis Xavier stands in a peaceful garden.

Definition

Proper noun 1. A historical figure: A Spanish Jesuit missionary who was a founding member of the Society of Jesus and is noted for his extensive missionary work, particularly in Asia during the 16th century. 2. A canonized saint: A person recognized by the Roman Catholic Church as a saint for his missionary zeal and piety.

Usage

• As a proper noun (name of a person):
  • The church is dedicated to Saint Francis Xavier.
  • We studied the travels of Saint Francis Xavier in history class.

Advanced Usage

• "The Apostle of the Indies": A traditional epithet or title for Saint Francis Xavier, highlighting his missionary work in Asia.
  • Saint Francis Xavier, often called the Apostle of the Indies, landed in Goa in 1542.

Variants and Related Words

• Francis Xavier: The common form of the name without the title "Saint".
• St. Francis Xavier: A standard abbreviated form.
• Xaverian (adj): Pertaining to Saint Francis Xavier or the religious institutions inspired by him.
  • He attended a Xaverian school.

Synonyms

• Missionary: A person sent on a religious mission, especially one sent to promote Christianity in a foreign country.
• Evangelist: A person who seeks to convert others to the Christian faith, especially by public preaching.

Related Phrases

• Feast of Saint Francis Xavier: Refers to the day (December 3) on which his life and work are commemorated in the liturgical calendar.
  • The parish will celebrate the Feast of Saint Francis Xavier with a special mass.

Học thuật

Noun

1. Spanish missionary and Jesuit who establish missionaries in Japan and Ceylon and the East Indies (1506-1552)

Từ đồng nghĩa

• Xavier
• Saint Francis Xavier