St. Anthony of Padua
Anthony of Padua, also known as Anthony of Lisbon, was a Franciscan preacher and teacher of Scripture.
- Life
- c. 1195–1231
- Canonized
- 1232
Life and vocation
Born Fernando in Lisbon, he first joined the Augustinian canons and studied in Coimbra. He later became a Franciscan and carried out much of his ministry in Italy.
Faith in action
His preaching joined biblical learning to concern for the poor and the moral responsibilities of daily life. He died near Padua in 1231. His sermons remain a source for understanding his teaching beyond the familiar devotional images.
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