The Feast of Saint Blaise is celebrated on February 3rd each year in honor of Saint Blaise, a 4th-century bishop and martyr known for his miraculous healing powers. This feast day is particularly significant in the Christian liturgical calendar, especially within the Roman Catholic and Eastern Orthodox traditions. During the celebration, many churches perform the Blessing of the Throats, where two candles are crossed and held against the throat of the faithful to invoke Saint Blaise's protection against ailments, particularly those related to the throat. This tradition highlights his association with healing and protection.