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Blessed James Of Padua

Blessed
Post-Congregation

Feast Day

April 9

Died

January 1, 1322

Religious Order

Franciscan

Biography

Blessed James of Padua, also known as James of Florence or James da Padova, was an Italian Franciscan missionary born in Padua, Italy. Little is known about his early life and background. He dedicated his life to spreading the teachings of Christianity and embarked on a missionary journey with a group of fellow Franciscans.