Saint Philip Neri
Also known as: Amabile Santo; Apostle of Rome; Philip Romolo Neri
Saint
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
May 26
Born
July 22, 1515
Died
May 27, 1595
Canonized
12 March 1622 by Pope Gregory XV
Beatified
25 May 1615 by Pope Paul V
Biography
Saint Philip Neri, also known as Amabile Santo and the Apostle of Rome, was born on July 22, 1515, in Florence, Italy. Despite coming from a poor family, Philip's piety and dedication to his faith set him on a remarkable path towards sainthood. Philip's father, Francisco Neri, worked as a notary, and the family struggled financially....
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