THE LIFE AND MIRACLES OF SAINT ANTHONY OF PADUA

Saint Anthony of Padua, born in 1195, was a Portuguese Franciscan friar renowned for his eloquence and miracles. Initially an Augustinian, he embraced the Franciscan order, dedicating his life to poverty, humility, and preaching. Known as the “Wonderworker,“ he miraculously found lost items, earning him widespread devotion. Anthony’s sermons captivated audiences, earning him the title “Evangelical Doctor.“ He died at 36, leaving a legacy of piety and compassion. Canonized within a year, Saint Anthony became one of the Catholic Church’s most beloved saints, celebrated for his intercessions and remembered annually on June 13th.
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