Saint Anthony of Padua
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Saint Anthony of Padua was a Portuguese Catholic priest and member of the Order of Friars Minor, canonized less than a year after his death in 1231. He was noted by his contemporaries for his powerful preaching, expert knowledge of scripture, and undying love and devotion to the poor and the sick. He was proclaimed a Doctor of the Church by Pope Pius XII on 16 January 1946.
When
- First attested
- 1195 CE
- Attested period
- 1195 – 1946
- Historical notes
- Born 15 August 1195, died 13 June 1231, canonized within a year of death, proclaimed Doctor of the Church 16 January 1946.
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“He is especially invoked and venerated all over the world as the patron saint for the recovery of lost items and is credited with many miracles involving lost people, lost things and even lost spiritual goods.”
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