St. Jerome

St. Jerome (c. 347–420 AD) was a Christian scholar and translator best known for his translation of the Bible into Latin, known as the Vulgate. His work made the scriptures accessible to the Latin-speaking world and had a profound impact on Christian theology and education. Jerome was also a theologian and wrote extensively on various subjects, including the interpretation of scripture. He is recognized as a Doctor of the Church, signifying his importance in Christian teaching. St. Jerome's feast day is celebrated on September 30, and he is often depicted with a Bible and a lion.