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Blessed Giacomo Villa

Blessed Giacomo Villa

Blessed Giacomo Villa

Also known as: Jaime

Blessed

Post-Congregation

Feast Day

15-Jan

Died

Axed to death on 15 January 1304 in Citta della Pieve, Italy

Beatified

By Pope Pius VII (cultus confirmation)

Biography

Blessed Giacomo Villa, also known as Jaime, was born to Lucantonio and Mustiola Villa in an unknown year. From a young age, Giacomo displayed devout piety and a heart filled with compassion for the sick and poor. His deep sense of empathy led him to undertake a significant project in his youth when he repaired an old hospital and dedicated it to the care of the impoverished and ill.

Cause for Canonization

Beatified

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