
Saint Didacus of Alcalá
Also known as: Diego; Diaz
Feast Day
12-Nov
Born
1400 at Seville, Spain
Died
12 November 1463 at Alcala, Castile, Spain of natural causes
Canonized
1588 by Pope Sixtus V
Biography
From the humble craft of weaving mats, a profound spiritual wisdom emerged that would draw countless souls toward the divine. Born c. 1400 in Seville, Spain, this holy man was drawn from his youth to the solitary life, finding peace in the quietude of hermitage while supporting himself through manual labor. Though he lacked formal education, the grace of the Holy Spirit filled his heart with insights into the Christian life that made him a sought-after guide for those seeking spiritual direction.
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