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Today is Saint John the Theologian: It is believed that the dust from his grave helps in healing many diseases
The Serbian Orthodox Church and its believers today celebrate Saint John the Theologian, one of Jesus Christ's closest disciples and the author of the Gospel of John.
TL;DR
- Saint John the Theologian, one of Jesus Christ's closest disciples and author of the Gospel of John, is celebrated today.
- He was known for his deep devotion, remaining with the Virgin Mary after Christ's crucifixion.
- Despite persecution and exile to Patmos, he wrote his Gospel and the Book of Revelation.
- After his death, his tomb was opened by his followers, but his body was not found.
- The church celebrates him twice annually, with today's commemoration linked to miraculous, healing dust emanating from his grave.