October 28th is the feast day of Saint Jude Thaddeus
October 28th is the feast day of Saint Jude Thaddeus , one of the twelve apostles of Jesus and often invoked as the saint of lost causes, being greatly venerated by those seeking help in difficult or desperate situations. Saint Jude Thaddeus is considered the brother of Saint James and is therefore sometimes called Jude the Thaddeus. He should not be confused with Judas Iscariot, who betrayed Jesus. The cult of Saint Jude Thaddeus has spread mainly since the 20th century, especially among Catholics. He is venerated in various parts of the world, especially in Latin America. He is often depicted holding a book and a staff or an image of Jesus, symbolizing his closeness to Christ and his role as an apostle.
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