Saint Benildus
Also known as: Benilde; Peter Romancon; Pierre Romancon; Benildo Romancon
Saint
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
August 13
Born
June 14, 1805
Died
August 13, 1862
Canonized
29 October 1967 by Pope Paul VI
Beatified
4 April 1948 by Pope Pius XII
Biography
Saint Benildus, also known as Benilde, Peter Romancon, Pierre Romancon, or Benildo Romancon, was born on 14 June 1805 in Thuret, France, as Pierre Romancon. He received his education from the De La Salle Brothers and displayed exceptional academic abilities. By the age of 14, he had already become a part-time teacher, nurturing his passion for education and helping others learn....
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