Blessed Pope Benedict XI
Also known as: Niccolò Boccasini
Saint
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
July 7
Died
July 7, 1304
Beatified
24 April 1736 by Pope Clement XII (cultus confirmed)
Biography
Blessed Pope Benedict XI, also known as Niccolò Boccasini, was born in 1240 in Treviso, Italy. From a young age, he showed great devotion to his faith and joined the Dominican Order. His dedication and intellect soon led him to become the Ninth Master-General of the Dominican Order in 1296.