A portrait of St. Salome
St. Salome
1st century – 1st century
Feast
October 22 · I c.
Patron of
Mothers · Biblical women · Witnesses of the Resurrection
Order
Biblical Saint
1st-century Galilean disciple, mother of the apostles James and John (Mt 27:56; Mk 15:40), present at the Crucifixion and one of the women who came to anoint the body of Jesus on Easter morning (Mk 16:1). Pre-Congregation.
Life & Times
Born: 1st century · Died: 1st century · From: Israel / Jerusalem.
Patronage
St. Salome is invoked as the patron of mothers, biblical women, witnesses of the resurrection. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
“Command that these two sons of mine may sit, one at your right hand and one at your left, in your kingdom.”— Gospel of Matthew 20:21 — her petition for her sons James and John.
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About Catholic Saints
Catholic saints, including St. Salome, 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.