St. Maroun's Day is observed in Lebanon on February 9 every year, celebrating St. Maroun, the patron saint of the country. This public holiday honors his legacy as a priest and hermit whose life and miracles attracted many followers, leading to the establishment of the Maronite movement after his death in 410 AD. The movement was brought to Lebanon by Abraham of Cyrrhus, a disciple of St. Maroun, who sought to convert non-Christians to Christianity. The Maronite Church, which is the largest Christian denomination in Lebanon, comprises about 37% of the Christian population and 17% of the overall population. St. Maroun's Day is significant as it reflects the profound influence of the Maronite community in Lebanon, where approximately half of all Maronites reside. Additionally, Maronite communities can be found worldwide, including in countries like Australia, the United States, and France.