"Saint" can refer to various figures and concepts depending on the context. In a religious sense, a saint is an individual recognized for their exceptional holiness, virtue, or closeness to God. In Christianity, saints are often individuals who lived exemplary lives of faith and are revered for their contributions to the faith or their miraculous deeds. Some saints are canonized by the Church after their death, with the recognition often involving the acknowledgment of miracles attributed to them.
The term "saint" is also used more broadly to describe someone who exhibits moral excellence, kindness, or selflessness. In different cultures and religions, saints can have varying roles, with some being patron saints of specific causes, places, or groups of people. Outside of religion, "saint" is sometimes used figuratively to describe someone who is exceptionally virtuous or noble in their actions.