Saint Charbel: The Miracle Hermit

Saint Charbel in his black Maronite monk habit, looking down in prayer

From Lebanon, the fame of Saint Charbel's holiness has spread worldwide thanks to thousands of inexplicable physical and spiritual miracles.

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History and Origin

He was a 19th-century Lebanese Maronite monk and priest who spent the last 23 years of his life in strict solitude as a hermit. After his death in 1898, a mysterious light shone from his tomb, and his body remained incorrupt, exuding a healing liquid.

Symbolism and Iconography

Always portrayed in a black Maronite habit with a white beard, his hood drawn, and eyes humbly cast downward.

Celebration and Devotion

Commemorated on July 24.

Devotional Prayer

"O great wonder-worker Saint Charbel, who spent your life in solitude seeking God, I ask you to intercede for my healing. Amen."

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why do people leave colored ribbons for him?

A popular devotion: faithful tie a ribbon to his image when making a request and leave another in thanksgiving when the miracle is granted.

What religion was Saint Charbel?

He belonged to the Maronite Catholic Church, an Eastern Catholic Church in full communion with the Pope.

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