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Feast Day: July 20
Birth: October 8, 1892
Death: July 20, 1936
Blessed Abraham Furones Y Furones, also known as Luis Arenas, was a Dominican priest and martyr who was born on October 8, 1892, in Abraveses de Tera, Zamora, Spain. He was one of the many victims of the Spanish Civil War.
Unfortunately, there is limited information available about the life of Blessed Abraham Furones Y Furones, as his biography has not been extensively documented. However, we do know that he dedicated his life to the service of God as a Dominican priest.
During the turbulent years of the Spanish Civil War, which lasted from 1936 to 1939, Spain endured a period of intense political and social unrest. It was during this time that many religious individuals, including priests and religious orders, faced persecution and violence.
On July 20, 1936, Blessed Abraham Furones Y Furones met his tragic end in Madrid, Spain, becoming a martyr for his faith. The precise circumstances of his martyrdom have not been detailed, but it is believed that he was a victim of the violent persecution against the Catholic Church during that time.
Despite the limited information available about his life and martyrdom, the Catholic Church recognized the sanctity of Blessed Abraham Furones Y Furones. On June 26, 2006, Pope Benedict XVI declared him venerable, acknowledging his martyrdom for the sake of his faith.
Subsequently, on October 28, 2007, Pope Benedict XVI beatified Blessed Abraham Furones Y Furones, publicly recognizing him as blessed and elevated him to the status of a martyr for the Catholic Church.
The feast day of Blessed Abraham Furones Y Furones is celebrated on July 20th each year, honoring the day of his martyrdom. As a blessed and martyr, he serves as an inspiration to believers, reminding them of the courage and sacrifice that can be demanded of those who hold fast to their faith in challenging times.
May the life and witness of Blessed Abraham Furones Y Furones continue to inspire us to remain steadfast in our own faith, even in the face of adversity, and to pray for peace and reconciliation in the world.