CL3.1

Examine the devotions to the Lives of the Saints in the tradition of the Church and explain the various categories which have developed (e.g. martyrs, virgins, apostles, pastors, holy men and women) and also the particular pious devotions, rituals and sacramentals which have been used to celebrate their lives in the Church's Liturgical Calendar (e.g. patron saints, novenas, blessing of throats, blessing of animals, etc.). [CCC nos. 2030; 946-962]