Saint Peregrine

Nicely detailed statue of Saint Peregrine - Patron Saint of Cancer.  Hand crafted and painted - fine details may vary.  8.5" tall with a 4.25w by 3" deep base. Imported from Columbia and made of plaster.

St. Peregrine was born in 1260 at Forlì, Italy to an affluent family. He lived a comfortable life as a youth, and politically opposed the papacy.  After he experienced the forgiveness of St. Philip Benizi, he changed his life and joined the Servite order.  He was ordained a priest, and later returned to his home to establish a Servite community.  There he was widely known for his preaching, penances, and counsel in the confessional.  He was cured of cancer, after he received a vision of Christ on the cross reaching out His hand to touch his impaired limb.