Blessed Anton Muzaj
Blessed
Post-Congregation
Born
May 12, 1921
Died
January 1, 1948
Beatified
5 November 2016 by Pope Francis
Venerated
26 April 2016 by Pope Francis (decree of martyrdom)
Biography
Blessed Anton Muzaj, born on May 12, 1921, in Vrnakolo, Kosovo, Serbia, was a devout and dedicated priest who faced immense trials and persecution during Albania's communist regime. He studied at the renowned Pontifical French Seminary in Shkodrô, Albania, where he received a solid foundation in theology. Seeking further education, he pursued his studies in Rome, Italy, at the Congregation Propaganda Fide in 1938 and later at the prestigious Gregorian University.
Cause for Canonization
Beatified
Beatified2016-11-05 by 5 November 2016 by Pope Francis; beatification celebrated at the Square of the Cathedral of Shën Shtjefnit, Shkodër, Albania, presided by Cardinal Angelo Amato
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