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Martyred Cistercians Of The Spanish Civil War
Martyred Cistercians Of The Spanish Civil War

Blessed Emérico Martín Rubio

Also known as: Brother Marcelino

Blessed
Martyr
Post-Congregation

Feast Day

December 10

Born

November 4, 1913

Died

December 10, 1936

Beatified

3 October 2015 by Pope Francis

Religious Order

Cistercian

Venerated

22 January 2015 by Pope Francis (decree of martyrdom)

Biography

Blessed Emérico Martín Rubio, also known as Brother Marcelino, was a Trappist novice who was martyred during the Spanish Civil War. He was born on 4th November 1913 in Espinosa de Villagonzalo, Palencia, Spain. Emérico's life was marked by a deep devotion to his faith and a strong desire to serve God.

Cause for Canonization

Beatified
Beatified2015-10-03 by 3 October 2015 by Pope Francis; beatification recognition celebrated at the cathedral of Santander, Spain, Cardinal Angelo Amato principal celebrant

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