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Blessed Edward Powell

Also known as: Edward Powel

Blessed

Post-Congregation

Feast Day

30 July 1 December as one of the Martyrs of Oxford University ; 1 December as one of the Martyrs of Oxford University

Born

1478 in Wales

Died

Hanged, drawn, and quartered on 30 July 1540 at Smithfield, London, England

Beatified

29 December 1886 by Pope Leo XIII (cultus confirmation)

Biography

Blessed Edward Powell, also known as Edward Powel, was born in 1478 in Wales. He received a comprehensive education at Oxford University, where he excelled in his studies. In 1495, Powell became a Fellow of Oriel College. His dedication and commitment to learning earned him the prestigious title of Doctor of Divinity in 1506.

Cause for Canonization

Beatified

Beatified1886-12-29 by 29 December 1886 by Pope Leo XIII (cultus confirmation)

Feast Days

July 30 December 1 December 1

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