SaintLazare

Saint Lazare refers to a few distinct entities, most notably Gare Saint-Lazare and the historical Lazare family. Gare Saint-Lazare is one of the six major railway stations of the Paris-Saint-Lazare network in Paris, France. It is the second busiest station in Paris by passenger numbers, after Gare du Nord. Opened in 1837, it has undergone numerous expansions and modernizations throughout its history. The station is a significant transportation hub, serving both suburban and long-distance routes. Its architecture, particularly the Beaux-Arts facade and the distinctive glass roof designed by Gustave Eiffel's company, has made it a subject of artistic inspiration, famously captured by Claude Monet.

The Lazare family, particularly associated with the Saint Lazare name, often refers to descendants of Lazarus of Bethany, a biblical figure raised from the dead by Jesus. Historically, religious orders and charitable institutions were named after Saint Lazarus, dedicated to caring for the sick and the poor, particularly those afflicted with leprosy, given the biblical Lazarus's association with suffering and his miraculous resurrection. The name "Saint Lazare" therefore carries connotations of healing, hope, and religious devotion.