St. Elizabeth of Portugal
Elizabeth of Portugal was a queen remembered for peacemaking and assistance to people living in poverty.
- Life
- 1271–1336
- Canonized
- 1625
Life and vocation
Born into the royal family of Aragon, she married King Denis of Portugal. Amid tensions within her family and kingdom, she worked for reconciliation and supported hospitals and religious communities.
Faith in action
After her husband’s death, she deepened her commitment to prayer and charity. Her association with Coimbra remains important in Portuguese devotion. Her life offers an example of using influence and resources in the service of peace.
For readers in the United States
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