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Dom Anton Zogaj
Dom Anton Zogaj

Blessed Anton Zogaj

Blessed
Post-Congregation

Feast Day

December 31

Born

July 26, 1908

Died

December 31, 1946

Beatified

5 November 2016 by Pope Francis

Venerated

26 April 2016 by Pope Francis (decree of martyrdom)

Biography

Blessed Anton Zogaj was born on July 26, 1908, in the village of Kthellô, located in the region of Mirditô, Albania. Not much is known about his early life and background. However, the details that have been documented reveal his exceptional dedication to his faith and his ultimate sacrifice as a martyr.

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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