saint jude

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saint jude

A patient lights a candle at a shrine to Saint Jude.

Definition

Proper noun 1. Saint Jude: In the New Testament, one of the twelve Apostles of Jesus Christ, traditionally identified as the brother of St. James. He is venerated as the patron saint of desperate cases and lost causes, often invoked in prayer when a situation appears hopeless.

Usage Notes
  • "Saint Jude" is used as a proper noun, referring specifically to this biblical figure. It is typically capitalized.
  • The term is used in religious, historical, and cultural contexts. It is common to see references to "St. Jude" in prayers, the names of churches, and charitable institutions, most notably hospitals specializing in pediatric catastrophic illnesses.
Examples
  • Proper noun:
    • Many people pray to Saint Jude for intercession in seemingly impossible situations.
    • The research hospital was named after St. Jude.
    • The feast day of Saint Jude is celebrated on October 28th.
Advanced Usage
  • "St. Jude the Apostle": A fuller title used to specify his role among the twelve disciples.
    • St. Jude the Apostle is often depicted holding an image of Jesus Christ.
  • The concept of a "St. Jude case" can sometimes be used metaphorically outside of direct religious contexts to describe a situation perceived as nearly hopeless.
    • The failing project was considered a real St. Jude case by the team.
Variants and Related Words
  • Jude Thaddaeus: An alternative name used in some biblical traditions to distinguish him from Judas Iscariot.
  • Patron saint: A saint regarded as a special guardian or protector. Saint Jude is the of desperate causes.
Synonyms
  • Apostle Jude
  • Jude, brother of James (based on biblical description)
Related Idioms and Phrases
  • To have the patience of Saint Jude: While not a canonical idiom, this phrase is sometimes used to describe someone with immense patience in the face of hopelessness, alluding to the saint's association with enduring, difficult causes.
    • Dealing with that bureaucracy requires the patience of Saint Jude.
saint jude

A patient lights a candle at a shrine to Saint Jude.

Noun
  1. (New Testament) supposed brother of St. James; one of the Apostles who is invoked in prayer when a situation seems hopeless

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