Saint Dominic - Patron of the Dominican Order and Preachers #86690 (License: Personal Use)

This black-and-white line illustration depicts Saint Dominic de Guzmán, founder of the Order of Preachers (Dominicans), holding a book and raising his right hand in blessing. At his feet sits a dog with a flaming torch in its mouth-a traditional emblem representing the “Hounds of the Lord” (Domini canes), signifying zealous preaching of the Gospel. Behind him stand six friars in habit, reinforcing his role as spiritual leader and reformer during the 13th century.

Used on Catholic devotional sites, educational pages about saints, or Dominican Order history; serves users seeking religious iconography, saint biographies, or liturgical resources for feast day (August 8) preparation.