Saint Matthew, Evangelist

Item Number: P77

Size: 9 1/4" (23.5cm)
(Matheus, Mathias, Matteo) [1st Century], Apostle and Evangelist. Engaged in a business known for its sharp practices, St. Matthew abandoned all to follow Jesus. His example is a model for those who compromise their consciences in the name of business as usual. He is shown with an angel, his symbol, writing his gospel. He is patron of accountants, bankers, bookkeepers and tax collectors. His feast is September 21.