St. Francis of Assisi, also known as Francis of Assisi or Giovanni Francesco di Bernardone, was an Italian Catholic friar and preacher. He founded the Franciscan Order and is known for his love of nature and animals, as well as his devotion to God. Some synonyms for St. Francis of Assisi include the Patron Saint of Nature, the Little Poor Man of Assisi, the Saint of Poverty, and the Father of Animals. His teachings and example continue to inspire many people to live a life of humility, simplicity, and compassion for all living things.