O n October 18, the Christian world pauses to commemorate Saint Luke the Evangelist, a towering figure whose life bridged medicine, history, and art. Known as both a devoted physician and the faithful companion of St. Paul, Luke preserved in his writings one of the most comprehensive portraits of Jesus Christ, leaving an indelible mark on the New Testament and Christian tradition.
Luke’s contribution to Scripture is unmatched. He authored the largest single volume of the New Testament, encompassing not only the Gospel bearing his name but also the early history of the Church in the Acts of the Apostles. His meticulous recording of events, combined with a keen eye for narrative detail, has earned him recognition among scholars as one of the foremost historians of his era. Beyond his lite