St. Michael is the patron saint of police officers, soldiers, mariners, firefighters, EMTs, and others who put their lives in danger through their work. St. Michael medals are often popular in police departments and military barracks. He is known as one of the four angels who defended the Kingdom of God from Satan and the legions of the fallen. As in the icon to the right, he is usually portrayed as carrying a sword in order to accomplish his mission of defending the good. St. Michael also acts as guide to the souls of the deceased.
Purple asters with their yellow centers are also known as Michaelmas daisies as they grown around the date of Michaelmas.
In some British universities, the autumn term is known as the Michaelmas term.
The Abbot's Circle: The Story of Michaelmas
National Trust for Scotland: Michaelmas Traditions
The Feast of St. Michael
Catholic Culture: Traditions of Michaelmas Day
Historic UK: Michaelmas
