Biography
Mercedarian Martyrs of Africa Profile. Born: unknown in Spain, Europe. Worked in Spain, Africa. Died: 1393 in Africa. Feast Day is celebrated on April 15.
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African Martyrs – Saint of the Day |
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African Martyrs Biography, Feast Day, Date of Birth, Country of Birth, Profession, Place of Work, Date of Death, Place of Death, Beatification Date, Canonization Date |
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Date of Birth |
unknown |
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Country of Birth |
Spain of Europe |
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Matrimony/Holy Orders |
Saints who were Monks |
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Profession |
Monk |
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Place of Work |
Spain, Africa |
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Date of Death |
1393 |
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Place of Death |
Africa |
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Feast Day |
April 15 |
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Beatification |
Beatified by N/A |
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Canonization |
Canonized by N/A |
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Biography
Mercedarian Martyrs were monks who while sailing towards Africa on a mission of redemption, were captured by the Moors in 1393 and tortured because of the Catholic faith. They were martyred. Their memorial is celebrated on April 15th.
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