Kapistahan · Disyembre 1
San Eligius, Obispo of Noyon
San Eligius (c. 588-660 CE) ay a Frankish goldsmith, metalsmith, at bishop na nabuhay sa what ay now Pransiya. Naglingkod bilang Bishop of Noyon-Tournai at kilala sa kanyang skilled craftsmanship, charitable works, at ebanghelisasyon efforts. Eligius ay a trusted advisor to the Merovingian hari Dagobert I at used kanyang influence to promote Kristiyanismo at help mga mahihirap. Siya ay sinasamba bilang patron of goldsmiths, blacksmiths, at iba pang metal workers, pati na rin horses, livestock, at those suffering mula sa rheumatism o faith-related temptations.