Blessed Bartolomeo Of Simeri

Blessed Bartolomeo of Simeri, also known as Bartolomeo of Semeri, Bartolomeo of Trigono, Bartholomew, Bartholomáus, or Basilio, was born as Basilio in the latter part of the 11th century in Simeri Crichi, Catanzaro, Calabria, Italy. He was the son of Giorgio and Elena, a pious couple who dedicated their son to God and ensured that he received a comprehensive education, both religious and secular.