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Pope Saint Nicholas I
Pope Saint Nicholas I

Pope Saint Nicholas I

Also known as: Nicholas the Great

Saint
Pre-Congregation

Feast Day

November 13

Died

November 13, 867

Canonized

Pre-Congregation

Biography

Pope Saint Nicholas I, also known as Nicholas the Great, was born around 825 in Rome, Italy. He was the son of Theodore, who held the title of Defensor. From a young age, Nicholas showed remarkable piety and eloquence, becoming known as an excellent student. His journey in the Church began when he was ordained as a sub-deacon by Pope Sergius II and later as a deacon by Pope Leo IV....