Blessed Benedict Metzler
Blessed
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
July 2
Born
July 28, 1687
Died
July 2, 1773
Biography
Blessed Benedict Metzler, also known as Blessed Benedikt Metzler, was born on 28 July 1687 in Bildstein, Austria. He received his education from the Premonstratensians at the Mönchsrot monastery in Memmingen, Germany. Inspired by the religious life, he joined the Premonstratensians and became a monk of the order.