Blessed Leo Tanaka
Also known as: Leo Tanaca; Leone…
Blessed
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
June 1
Died
June 1, 1
Beatified
7 May 1867 by Pope Blessed Pius IX
Biography
Blessed Leo Tanaka, also known as Leo Tanaca or Leone, was a layman catechist in the Archdiocese of Nagasaki, Japan. He was born around 1590 in Omi, Japan. Leo dedicated his life to spreading the teachings of the Catholic faith, despite the persecution and challenges faced by Christians during the time.
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