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Detail of An Illustration of Saint Germanus of Paris By Jean Le Tavernier From A Book of Hours C1455
Detail of An Illustration of Saint Germanus of Paris By Jean Le Tavernier From A Book of Hours C1455

Saint Germanus of Paris

Also known as: Father of the Poor; Germain; Germano

Saint

Feast Day

May 28

Died

May 28, 576

Canonized

754 by Pope Stephen II

Biography

Saint Germanus of Paris, also known as Father of the Poor, Germain, or Germano, was a renowned figure in the Catholic Church as a priest, abbot, and bishop. Born in Autun, France in 496, he demonstrated early on a deep devotion to his faith. He was ordained by Saint Agrippinus of Autun, who recognized his exceptional spiritual qualities and commitment to the teachings of Christ....

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