St. Raphael the Archangel with Fish
- 🛡 Origin: As an archangel, he has no human birth
- ✨ Feast Day: September 29 (together with the archangels Michael and Gabriel)
- 🐟 Representation: Often depicted with a fish and a staff
- ⚕ Meaning: Patron of travelers, the sick, and healers
- 🐟 Symbolism of the Fish: Healing and guidance (from the biblical story in the Book of Tobit)
- 📖 Biblical Mention: In the Book of Tobit (Old Testament)
- ⚖ Patron: Doctors, pharmacists, the visually impaired, and travelers
St. Raphael the Archangel is one of the most significant archangels in Christian tradition. He is particularly known for his depiction with a fish and a staff, symbolizing his role as a healer and protector of travelers. His story is told in the Book of Tobit, where he assists the young Tobit on his journey and heals his father of blindness.
In the Christian faith, Raphael is venerated as the patron of the sick, pharmacists, doctors, and travelers. The fish he often carries represents healing and divine guidance.
In our wood carving workshop, you will find intricately crafted figures of St. Raphael, perfect as religious artworks or protective symbols for your home. Each figure is made with the utmost care and attention to detail by skilled artisans.
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- Typ of wood: Maple wood
