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Tag: Who was Anthony of Padua?
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Anthony of Padua
St Anthony (1195 – 1231) was born into a wealthy family in Lisbon, Portugal. He received his early education at the local Cathedral School and at 15, joined the community of Canon Regulars. After his ordination as a Priest, he was placed in charge of hospitality in the then Abbey of Santa Cruz. St Anthony…