Saints in Scottish Place-Names
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Peter, apostle
Introduction
He was leader of the apostles of Christ, and brother of Andrew. Both were fishermen. His original name was Simon, but he was re-named Cephas (rock) by Christ. Peter died c64 (ODS, 388)
Gender
Male
Territory or Ethnicity (broad)
Non-insular
Related Saints
Belongs to the group Peter (ns) (certain)
Related Personal Names
Name
Peter (certain)
Feast days
Day of Year
Jan 18
Notes
St Peter in Chains, in pre-1960 Roman calendar.
Day of Year
June 29
Notes
This is a joint feast with Paul.
Day of Year
August 1
Notes
'St Peter in Chains', since 1960, previously 18 January.
Saint in place-names
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