Lazarus, a central figure in Christian lore, is most famously known as the friend of Jesus, who resurrected him from the dead, as witnessed by many, including his sisters Martha and Mary. This profound act sparked the saying among the Jews, “See how much he loved him.”

Beyond this biblical account, numerous legends have woven a rich tapestry around Lazarus’ life post-resurrection. One such tale recounts that, despite being set adrift near Jaffa in a leaky boat by hostile Jews, Lazarus miraculously landed in Cyprus along with his sisters and others. There, he is said to have lived a life of piety, serving as a bishop for three decades before passing away peacefully.

In Constantinople, Lazarus’ legacy was honored with the construction of a church, and in 890, some relics believed to be his were respectfully relocated there. Another legend traces his journey to Gaul in a boat without oars, where he became the bishop of Marseilles. In this narrative, Lazarus’ martyrdom followed his successful conversion of many to Christianity, and he was ultimately buried in a cave. Centuries later, in 1146, his relics found a new resting place in the cathedral of Autun.

The veneration of Saint Lazarus dates back to the early Christian period. Etheria, a pilgrim around 390 A.D., documented the processions held at Lazarus’ tomb on the Saturday before Palm Sunday. In Western traditions, Passion Sunday was known as Dominica de Lazaro, acknowledging this connection. Saint Augustine also noted the reading of Lazarus’ resurrection story in African Palm Sunday services, highlighting its significance across various Christian communities.

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13 COMMENTS

  1. st lazarus and all the angels and saints and also mama mary intercede for my grandson and daughter for miraculous healing of evry illness that they r experiencing to date especially grandson from substance abuse and mental illness. jesus u rose lazarus from the dead u can definiitely heal my family and so i give u thanks and honor and glory as i ask all this in your name for their is power in your name. thanks for answered prayers amen amen and amen.

  2. Lord Jesus, thank You for ur love. As You raised Lazarus, please also raise our faith for Your glory. Our Lady, Mother of the afflicted, thank you for always interceding for us. Amen, Amen and Amen…

  3. st. Lazarus , if jesus can raise you from the dead , maybe with your prayers and intersession he can raise my family from their spiritual death AND BRING THEM BACK to the one holy catholic and apostolic church ?
    Because everything that I have tried has failed .

  4. Dear patron and assistant of the poor and sick.
    With this prayer I request your assistance, and with the aid of the Holy Spirit may the
    Lord always protect me during sickness or in health.
    Saint Lazarus give me the strength to overcome all the temptations on earth.
    In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit.
    Amen.

  5. I ask Our Father in Heaven to grant me my prayers. He alone knows what is in my heart. I ask of this in the name of Jesus. Amen. Thank you.

  6. To whom it may concern,
    My name is Fr. Stephen Arabadjis.  I am a member of the Society of St. Pius X.  But I am in my 6th year of Sabbatical.Therefore I was hoping your group could do a 54 day rosary novena for my intentions.  But any prayers and sacrifices would be greatly appreciated.  I know Our Lady will reward you generously for this.
    In Our Lady,
    Fr. Arabadjis
    P.S. Thanking you in advance, since I don’t always get all my communications.

  7. Amen, St.Lazarus pray for us! O, Sacred Heart of Jesus, Thy kingdom come, amen! Immaculate Heart of Mary, pray for us, now and at the hour of our death, amen!
    Jesus, I trust in You, amen!

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