Doctor of the Church
Saint Jerome
Saint Jerome is famed for translating the Bible into Latin, making the Scriptures more accessible. His scholarly work has had a profound influence on Christian theology.
Patron saint of
Librarians, Translators, Students
- Feast
- September 30
- Era
- 4th Century
- Place
- Rome
At a Glance
Saint Jerome
- Feast Day
- September 30
- Era
- 4th Century
- Primary Place
- Rome
- Vocation
- Doctor of the Church
- Patronage
- Librarians, Translators, Students
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Overview
Saint Jerome
Saint Jerome is famed for translating the Bible into Latin, making the Scriptures more accessible. His scholarly work has had a profound influence on Christian theology.
Feast day: September 30
Patronage
Librarians, Translators, Students
Connected Places
- Rome, Italy: Where he served as papal secretary and began his translation
- Bethlehem: His cave and scholarly home, where he produced the Vulgate
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