Robert of Molesme
11th century French saint / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Robert of Molesme (1028 – 17 April 1111) was an abbot, and a founder of the Cistercian Order. He is venerated as a Christian saint.
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Saint Robert of Molesme | |
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Born | 1028 Troyes, County of Champagne, Kingdom of France |
Died | 17 April 1111(1111-04-17) (aged 82–83) Molesme, Kingdom of France |
Venerated in | Catholic Church |
Canonized | 1222 by Pope Honorius III |
Feast | January 26 (initially April 17, subsequently April 29) |
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