Saint Eligius of Noyon, also known as Alar, Elaere, Elar, Elard, Eler, Eloi, Eloy, Eloye, Iler, Loie, Loije, and Loy, was born in 588 in Catelat, near Limoges, France. He was the son of Eucherius and Terrigia. From a young age, Eligius displayed exceptional talent as a metalsmith and was apprenticed to the master of the mint in Limoges. After completing his apprenticeship, Eligius served as...