St. Bernard of Clairvaux, Patron Saint of Beekeepers and Candlemakers
St. Bernard was a very important figure in Catholic monasticism, and was one of the key figures of the Middle Ages in Europe. His example in Clairvaux, as well as his famous "Rule of St Benedict", resulted in a golden age of monasticism in Europe. His example still inspires many to become monks and nuns to this day.
