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Their presence also holds a special significance for the great masses who believe that the river waters get imbued with the purity of the saints' thoughts and deeds when they bathe in the river.

From BBC • Jan. 13, 2025

But most of all, the anastenaria feel empowered through the saints’ intercession to put out the smoldering embers.

From Seattle Times • May 25, 2023

That exception was Tines, who began the first program with a mesmeric solo intonation of Julius Eastman’s “Prelude to the Holy Presence of Joan d’Arc,” a recitation in rage and awe of saints’ names.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 15, 2022

But the way Carlo Acutis’ sainthood is being discussed challenges those stereotypes: His devout tend to be young and internet-savvy, more interested in novena apps and screensavers of saints’ cards.

From Slate • Oct. 29, 2020

All of the saints’ statues in the church were covered with purple sheaths.

From "Bless Me, Ultima" by Rudolfo Anaya