Saint David, also known as Dewi Sant in Welsh, is the patron saint of Wales. He was a Celtic Monk, Bishop, and Abbot who lived in the sixth century.

During his lifetime, he spread Christianity among the pagan Celtic tribes of western Britain, and he served as the archbishop of Wales. Although the Saint died in the sixth century, his life is mainly known from two sources: his biographer Rhigyfarch and Gerallt Gymro.

Dewi was known as a gentle person who lived a frugal life, mostly eating bread and herbs, including watercress. Despite his meager diet, he was tall and physically strong. He was born near Capel Non on the South-West Wales coast, and he was educated in a monastery called Hen Fynyw, where he studied under Paulinus, a blind monk.

Dewi travelled far on his missionary journeys through Wales, establishing several churches. He also travelled to the south and west of England and Cornwall, as well as Brittany.

Dewi is sometimes known as 'Dewi Ddyfrwr' (David the Water Drinker) because he drank nothing but water. He also stood up to his neck in cold water as a self-imposed penance while reciting scripture.

Dewi founded a monastery at Glyn Rhosyn, where the city of St. David stands today. In the monastic brotherhood, the brothers worked hard to maintain life at the monastery by cultivating the land and even pulling the plough.

They also followed many crafts, including beekeeping. The monks were particular in in providing food to pilgrims, and travellers, as well as clothe the poor and needy in their community.

One of the most well-known stories about Dewi's life took place at the Synod of Llanddewi Brefi, where it was decided that Dewi would be the Archbishop.

A great crowd gathered at the synod, and when Dewi stood up to speak, one of the congregation shouted that they would not be able to see or hear him. At that moment, the ground rose so that everyone could see and hear Dewi.

Traditionally, Dewi is said to have died in 589. His last words to his followers were, "Be joyful, and keep your faith and your creed. Do the little things that you have seen me do and heard about. I will walk the path that our fathers have trod before us."

His Mortal remains were buried in the grounds of his monastery, where the Cathedral of St. David now stands. After his death, his influence spread far and wide, first through Britain, along what was left of the Roman roads, and by sea to Cornwall and Brittany.

Today, March 1st, St. David's Day, is celebrated as a national holiday in Wales. The day dates back to 1120 when Dewi was canonized by Pope Callactus II, and March 1st was included in the Church calendar. Many churches are dedicated to Dewi, and his legacy continues to inspire people to follow in his footsteps, to do the little things and keep their faith and creed.

Other Saints of the Day
1. Saint Albinus of Angers
2. Saint Leolucas of Corleone
3. Saint Rudesind
4. Saint Swithbert
5. Saint Agnes Cao Guiying