Saint symbolism

Okay kiddo, let's talk about something called saint symbolism. You know how people sometimes have special signs or symbols that represent who they are or what they do? Well, saints are like that too!

Each saint has their own special symbols that represent different things about them. For example, Saint Christopher is often shown with a big dog or carrying a child on his back because he was known for helping people across dangerous rivers. Saint Joan of Arc is often shown wearing armor and carrying a flag because she was a brave warrior who fought for her country.

Sometimes, the symbols are not just about what the saints did, but also about things they went through. Saint Sebastian is often shown with arrows in his body because he was shot with them when he refused to give up his faith. Saint Francis of Assisi is often shown with a bunch of animals because he loved all of God's creatures and treated them kindly.

So, the symbols help us to remember and learn about the saints, and what makes them special. It's like having a special badge or superhero logo that shows who we are!