Christina the Astonishing
Christian holy-woman born in Brustem / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Christina the Astonishing (c.1150 – 24 July 1224), also known as Christina Mirabilis, was a Christian holy woman born in Brustem (near Sint-Truiden), Belgium. Christina is primarily known for her legendary resurrection during her funeral mass, and numerous other miracles attributed to her during her life. Thomas of Cantimpré wrote a hagiography of her based on accounts from people who knew her, which made her known outside of Sint-Truiden.[1]
Saint Christina the Astonishing | |
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Born | 1150 Brustem, County of Loon |
Died | (1224-07-24)24 July 1224 Sint-Truiden, County of Loon |
Venerated in | Catholic Church |
Feast | July 24 |
Patronage | Millers, people with mental disorders, mental health workers |
She was considered a saint in her own time, and for centuries following her death, as noted by her appearance in the Fasti Mariani Calendar of Saints of 1630,[2] and Alban Butler's Lives of the Saints - Concise Edition, published in the 18th century.[Literary 1] Though never formally canonized, she is commemorated in the current edition of the Roman Martyrology on 24 July, the day of her death.[3]