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Saint Leonard Murialdo

Saint Leonard Murialdo

Saint Leonard Murialdo

Also known as: Leonardo

Saint

Post-Congregation

Feast Day

30 March; 18 May (Salesians)

Born

26 October 1828 at Turin, Italy

Died

30 March 1900 of natural causes in Turin, Italy; buried at the church of Saint Barbara, Turin, Italy

Canonized

3 May 1970 by Pope Paul VI

Beatified

3 November 1963 by Pope Paul VI at Rome, Italy

Venerated

26 April 1961 by Pope Blessed John XXIII (decree of heroic virtues)

Biography

Saint Leonard Murialdo, born on October 26, 1828, in Turin, Italy, was a devout and compassionate Catholic priest known for his dedication to the welfare and education of young working men and delinquent boys. He was born into a wealthy and pious family, offering him a solid foundation in his faith.

Feast Days

March 30 May 18

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