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Detail Of An Antique Italian Holy Card Of Blessed Alexander Of Sicily By Bertoni Date Unknown

Detail Of An Antique Italian Holy Card Of Blessed Alexander Of Sicily By Bertoni Date Unknown

Blessed Alexander Of Sicily

Blessed

Post-Congregation

Feast Day

April 1

Died

January 1, 1317

Religious Order

Biography

Blessed Alexander of Sicily, also known as Blessed Alexander of Bonaria, was a courageous Mercedarian friar who dedicated his life to the ransoming of Christians imprisoned by Muslims. His faith and commitment to Christ ultimately led to his martyrdom, making him a revered figure within the Catholic Church.

Cause for Canonization

Beatified

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Feast Days

April 1 November 6

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