Representation in art associated with Saint Anthony of Padua, because of his vision of the Infant Jesus; Saint Francis of Assisi, by reason of his vision when receiving the stigmata; Saint Christopher as ferryman carrying the Infant Jesus.
Representation in art associated with Saint Anthony of Padua, because of his vision of the Infant Jesus; Saint Francis of Assisi, by reason of his vision when receiving the stigmata; Saint Christopher as ferryman carrying the Infant Jesus.
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