Prophet
Saint Elias
Saint Elias, an Old Testament prophet, performed miracles and is venerated as the founder of the Carmelite tradition.
Patron saint of
Carmelites, Prophets
- Feast
- July 20
- Era
- 9th Century BC
- Place
- Mount Carmel
At a Glance
Saint Elias
- Feast Day
- July 20
- Era
- 9th Century BC
- Primary Place
- Mount Carmel
- Vocation
- Prophet
- Patronage
- Carmelites, Prophets
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Overview
Saint Elias
Saint Elias, an Old Testament prophet, performed miracles and is venerated as the founder of the Carmelite tradition.
Feast day: July 20
Patronage
Carmelites, Prophets
Connected Places
- Mount Carmel, Israel: His victory over Baal
- Jordan River: His ascent in a chariot
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Kindred Saints
A few lives that echo Saint Elias's witness through place, patronage, era, or courage.