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Statue of Saint Martin of Braga Date And Artist Unknown Congregados Church Braga Portugal Photographed On 17 June 2009 By Joseolgon
Statue of Saint Martin of Braga Date And Artist Unknown Congregados Church Braga Portugal Photographed On 17 June 2009 By Joseolgon

Saint Martin of Braga

Also known as: Martin of Dumio; Martin of Panónia; Martin of Dume; Martin Bracarense; Martin Dumiense; Martinho…

Saint
Pre-Congregation

Feast Day

March 20

Canonized

Pre-Congregation

Biography

Saint Martin of Braga, also known as Martin of Dumio, Martin of Panónia, Martin of Dume, Martin Bracarense, Martin Dumiense, and Martinho, was a significant figure in the early Christian church during the 6th century. He was born between 515 and 520 in Pannonia, an ancient region located in present-day Hungary. As a young man, Martin embarked on a journey of faith and entered the monastic life in Palestine....