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St. Andrew the First-Called

St. Andrew the First-Called The Apostle Andrew, also known as Andrew the First-Called, holds a special place in Orthodox Christian tradition as one of the twelve apostles chosen by Jesus Christ. He is considered the first-called because he was the first disciple to be called by Jesus to follow Him. In Orthodox iconography, Apostle Andrew is often depicted with a long beard and wearing traditional apostolic robes. He is typically shown holding a scroll or a book, representing his role as a preacher and missionary of the Gospel. In some icons, he is also shown holding a cross, as he is believed to have been martyred on a cross in the shape of an X, known as the cross of St. Andrew. Apostle Andrew is venerated as the patron saint of several countries, including Russia, Scotland, and Romania. He is also considered the patron saint of fishermen and sailors, as he was a fisherman before he was called by Jesus to become a fisher of men. In Orthodox Christian tradition, Apostle Andrew is remembered for his humility, simplicity, and unwavering faith in Jesus Christ. His life and teachings serve as an inspiration to believers to follow Christ wholeheartedly and to spread the message of the Gospel to all nations.