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1. Saint

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   Etymology and Historical Development
   The word "saint" derives from the Latin sanctus, meaning "holy" or "consecrated," which itself relates to the root sancire, meaning "to set apart." In early Christian usage, sanctus was often used to denote the entire body of believers, as seen in passages referring to the "communion of saints."
   The formal process of distinguishing certain individuals for special veneration began early in the history of the Church, often informally following martyrdom. The first recognized saints were often those who died for thei…