Saint Genevieve of Paris

Born to a wealthy Gallo-Roman family near Paris.

Met Bishop Germanus of Auxerre who recognized her holiness.

Consecrated as a virgin dedicated to God.

Rallied Parisians to pray instead of flee when Attila approached; the Huns bypassed the city.

Negotiated with Frankish King Childeric during siege, bringing food to starving citizens.

Commissioned construction of the first church over Saint Denis's tomb.

Influenced Clovis I toward Christianity alongside his wife Clotilde.

Recognized as the spiritual guardian of Paris.

Numerous miracles attributed to her, drawing pilgrims.

Died venerated as a saint; buried in the church she built.

Became the eternal patron saint of Paris.

Her relics carried in procession reportedly saved Paris from Viking siege.

Officially canonized by the Catholic Church.

Church of Sainte-Geneviève built (later became Panthéon).

Paris celebrated 1500 years of her protection.