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Martin of Tours (Latin: Martinus Turonensis; 316/336 – 8 November 397), also known as Martin the Merciful, was the third bishop of Tours. He has become one of the most familiar and recognizable saints in France, heralded as the patron saint of the Third Republic .
St. Martin of Tours (born 316, Sabaria, Pannonia [now Szombathely, Hungary]—died November 8, 397, Candes, Gaul [France]; Western feast day, November 11; Eastern feast day November 12) was the patron saint of France, father of monasticism in Gaul, and the first great leader of Western monasticism.
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St. Martin of Tours. Catholic Online. Saints & Angels. Facts. Feastday: November 11. Patron: of the poor, soldiers, conscientious objectors, tailors, and winemakers. Birth: 316 or 336. Death: 397. Author and Publisher - Catholic Online. Printable Catholic Saints PDFs. Shop St. Martin of Tours.
Nov 11, 2020 · Learn about the life and legacy of Saint Martin of Tours, a fourth-century soldier, monk, and bishop who fought for peace and mercy. Find out how he became a patron saint of horses, soldiers, and South Africa.
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Saint Martin of Tours (c. 316, Savaria, Pannonia – November 8, 397, Candes, Gaul) was a bishop of Tours who has become one of the most famous and recognizable Roman Catholic saints.
- 316/317 in Savaria, Hungary
- November 8 397 in Candes, France
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Learn about the life, miracles, and legacy of Saint Martin of Tours, a fourth-century soldier and bishop who became a model of Christian charity and holiness. Read his biography, quote, reflection, and liturgical color from the Catholic calendar.
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Mar 8, 2017 · Learn about the life and legacy of Saint Martin of Tours, a fourth-century Christian bishop and soldier who became a patron saint of horses and other causes. Discover how he shared his cloak with a beggar, healed the sick, converted pagans, and founded a monastery.
