St. Jerome

Saint Jerome was a Latin priest, confessor, theologian, and historian, commonly known as a Doctor of the Church. He was born in Stridon, a town on the border of Dalmatia and Pannonia. He is best known for his translation of most of the Bible into Latin (the translation that became known as the Vulgate), and his commentaries on the Gospels. His list of writings is extensive. He is known for his teachings on Christian moral life, especially to those living in cosmopolitan centers such as Rome. Jerome is recognized as a saint by the Catholic Church, the Eastern Orthodox Church, the Lutheran Church, and the Church of England.

Feast Day is on September 30

Patronage: Archeologists, archivists, Bible scholars, librarians, students, and translators.