Saint Anthony Statue 12″

San Antonio de Padua, known as the patron saint of lost items, is credited with recovering lost people, items and stolen goods. In some cultures, the faithful request it when they seek love. Born as Fernando Martins in Portugal, he became a well-respected Franciscan friar and a powerful preacher in Italy before he died at age 35 in 1231. He was canonized less than a year later.

“San Antonio has been honored as the miracle worker who can help those who invoke his name to find true love. In legends and rituals dating back centuries, search engines have requested their help in their quest to find their soulmates. “.