The word 'saint' comes from the Latin word 'sanctus,' which means 'holy.'
                        
 
                    
                
                 
                     
                 
            
        
        
            
                
                
            
               
                      
                        
                        
                            In many religions, saints are considered to be holy and virtuous people who have been recognized for their faith and good deeds.
                        
 
                    
                
                 
                     
                 
            
        
        
            
                
                
            
               
                      
                        
                        
                            Some saints are known for performing miracles or performing heroic acts, while others are revered for their devotion to their faith
                        
 
                    
                
                 
                     
                 
            
        
        
            
                
                
            
               
                      
                        
                        
                            Some saints have become widely recognized and celebrated, and their feast days are often marked with special ceremonies and celebrations.
                        
 
                    
                
                 
                     
                 
            
        
        
            
                
                
            
               
                      
                        
                        
                            Some saints are depicted in art and literature as having special powers or abilities, such as the ability to heal the sick or perform other miracles.
                        
 
                    
                
                 
                     
                 
            
        
        
            
                
                
            
               
                      
                        
                        
                            In the Catholic Church, a person is declared a saint by the pope after a process called canonization
                        
 
                    
                
                 
                     
                 
            
        
        
            
                
                
            
               
                      
                        
                        
                            The concept of sainthood exists in many different religions and spiritual traditions, and the criteria for becoming a saint can vary widely.
                        
 
                    
                
                 
                     
                 
            
        
    
    
        
            
            
        
      
			
				
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