A portrait of St. Cleophas
St. Cleophas
1st century – 1st century
Feast
September 25 · I c.
Patron of
Biblical disciples · Travelers · Emmaus pilgrims
Order
Biblical Saint / Disciple
New Testament disciple, one of the two who met the risen Lord on the road to Emmaus on Easter day (Luke 24); some traditions identify him as the brother of St. Joseph and uncle of Jesus. Feast September 25.
Life & Times
Also known as: Clopas; Cleopas · Born: 1st century · Died: 1st century · From: Israel / Judea.
Patronage
St. Cleophas is invoked as the patron of biblical disciples, travelers, emmaus pilgrims. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
“Did not our hearts burn within us while he talked to us on the road, while he opened to us the Scriptures?”— Gospel of Luke 24:32 — spoken with his companion after Christ revealed himself on the road to Emmaus.
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About Catholic Saints
Catholic saints, including St. Cleophas, are Christians whom the Catholic Church has formally recognized as having lived lifes of heroic holiness and who now dwell with God in heaven, offering an example of faith for those still on their earthly journey. Catholics don't worship saints, but ask them to pray to God with us and for us — much as one might ask a trusted friend to pray for them — trusting that those closest to God can join their voices to ours before Him. Discover more saints in the Catholic Shop Saints section.