John The Baptist died about 30 AD. He chose a life of hardship and poverty and spent his life warning people about the coming of The Messiah.
He attracted a large following. He baptized Jesus. He was murdered by Herod at the request of Salome.
His emblems are a lamb, a cross and a scroll. He is patron of Pilgrims, Knights Hospitallers, hoteliers and birdwatchers. His feast day is on the 24th June.
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