What is saint biagio?

Saint Biagio, also known as Saint Blaise, was a Christian saint and bishop who lived in the 4th century AD. He was born in the town of Sebastea, which is now modern-day Sivas in Turkey. Biagio is said to have been a healer, and many miracles were attributed to him during his lifetime.

One of the most famous stories about Saint Biagio is that he saved a young boy who was choking on a fishbone. Biagio is said to have prayed over the boy, and the bone was miraculously dislodged from his throat. This has led to the tradition of blessing throats on Saint Biagio's feast day, which is celebrated on February 3rd.

Saint Biagio was martyred during the persecution of Christians by the Roman Emperor Licinius. He was arrested and tortured for refusing to renounce his faith, and he ultimately died from his injuries.

Saint Biagio is the patron saint of throat illnesses, and he is often depicted in religious art with a pair of crossed candles, which are used to bless throats. His feast day is celebrated in many countries around the world, and he is revered as a saint who brought healing and hope to those in need.