The Real Saint Patrick
Rev. Angus Stewart examines the historical Saint Patrick, distinguishing fact from popular myth and romanticized legend that has accumulated over centuries. The article critically evaluates the common misconceptions about Patrick promoted by secular culture and the Roman Church, while presenting what historical evidence reveals about his actual life and missionary work. This resource serves as both historical corrective and apologetic engagement with distorted religious narratives that have become embedded in popular culture.
Rev. Angus Stewart (Slightly modified from a series of articles in the Standard Bearer. Though similar to the audio speech on St. Patrick, it is not a transcript.) (1) Patrick: The Myth (2) Patrick’s Life (3) Patrick’s Message (Part 1) (4) Patrick’s Message (Part 2) (5) Patrick’s Missionary Labours (6) The Significance of Patrick (I) Patrick: The Myth Patrick is undoubtedly the world’s most famous patron saint. Few know the patron saint of Spain or Poland outside of those nations but...