svatého

Svatého is a Czech word that translates to "saint" in English. It is a masculine adjective used in a genitive case, meaning it indicates possession or relation to a saint. For example, "kostel svatého Petra" translates to "the church of Saint Peter." The word svatého is derived from the Old Church Slavonic word "svętъ," meaning "holy."

In Czech culture and tradition, saints play a significant role. Many churches, chapels, and towns are named after saints, and their feast days are often celebrated with religious services and local festivals. The veneration of saints is a practice deeply embedded in the Catholic and Orthodox Christian traditions, both of which are prevalent in the Czech Republic. The use of "svatého" in these contexts highlights the profound influence of religious figures and their associated sanctity.