Blessed Ludovicus Sasada

Blessed

Post-Congregation

Feast Day

25 August; 10 September as one of the 205 Martyrs of Japan; 22 May as one of the Franciscan Martyrs of Japan

Born

Tokyo, Japan

Died

Burned alive on 25 August 1624 in Omura, Nagasaki, Japan

Beatified

7 May 1867 by Pope Blessed Pius IX

Venerated

26 February 1866 by Pope Blessed Pius IX (decree of martyrdom)

Biography

Blessed Ludovicus Sasada, also known as Ludovico or Lewis Sasada, was a dedicated member of the religious order known as the Franciscan Friars Minor (Observants). He served as a priest and is recognized as a martyr for his unwavering faith.

Cause for Canonization

Beatified

Beatified1867-05-07 by 7 May 1867 by Pope Blessed Pius IX

Feast Days

August 25 September 10 May 22

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