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The Sword of Saint Galganus Abbazia San Galgano Photographed By Adrian Michael May 2008
The Sword of Saint Galganus Abbazia San Galgano Photographed By Adrian Michael May 2008

Saint Galganus

Also known as: Galgano; Galgano Guidotti

Saint
Post-Congregation

Feast Day

November 30

Canonized

1185 by Pope Lucius III

Biography

Saint Galganus, also known as Galgano or Galgano Guidotti, was born in 1148 in Chiusdino, Siena, Italy. During his early years, Galgano led a life characterized by worldly pursuits and indulgence. However, he experienced a profound conversion that prompted him to alter the course of his life entirely. According to legends surrounding his story, Galgano's conversion was incited by a visit from the Archangel Michael....

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