St. Anthony Kauleas
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| Saint | St. Paschal Baylon |
| Stage | Saint |
| Birthdate | May 16, 1540 |
| Birthplace | Torrehermosa, Aragon, Spain |
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| Deathdate | May 15, 1592 |
| Death Place | Villarreal, Spain |
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| Cause of Death | Natural causes |
| Notable Location 1 | Monastery of the Friars Minor, Loreto, Spain |
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| Notable Location 2 | Monastery of the Friars Minor, Villareal, Spain |
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| Beatification Date | October 29, 1618 |
| Beatified by | Pope Urban VIII |
| Beatification Location | Rome, Italy |
| Canonized | Yes |
| Canonization Date | October 16, 1690 |
| Canonized by | Pope Alexander VIII |
| Canonization Location | Rome, Italy |
| Miracle 1 | Miracles of healing through his intercession |
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| Feast Day | May 17 |
| Profession | Shepherd, Franciscan lay brother |
| Religious Affiliation | Order of Friars Minor (Franciscans) |
| Patronage | Eucharistic congresses and societies, cooks, shepherds, victims of calumny |
| Attributes | Monstrance, rosary, Franciscan habit |
| Primary Shrine | Church of St. Paschal Baylon, Villarreal, Spain |
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St. Paschal Baylon, born in 1540 in Torrehermosa, Spain, was a humble shepherd before becoming a Franciscan lay brother[1]. Known for his deep devotion to the Eucharist, he spent much of his life in prayer and service, notably as a porter, cook, and gardener[2].
His sanctity was recognized through his canonization in 1690, reflecting his life of piety, humility, and Eucharistic devotion[3].
Biography
Birth
Paschal Baylon was born on May 16, 1540, in Torrehermosa, Aragon, Spain[4].
Early Life
He worked as a shepherd, using the solitude to cultivate a life of prayer and devotion[2].
Occupation
Initially a shepherd, he later joined the Franciscans as a lay brother, taking on various humble tasks[1].
Vocation
He joined the Order of Friars Minor at the age of 21, embracing a life of poverty and service[3].
Death
He died on May 15, 1592, in Villarreal, Spain, after a life of service and prayer[1].
Significant events
- Known for his Eucharistic devotion, he would spend hours in prayer before the Blessed Sacrament[2].
- He was known to defend the Catholic doctrine of the Real Presence against Calvinists while traveling[4].
- His humble service as a porter, cook, and gardener in his monasteries was a testament to his Franciscan spirit[3].
Death
St. Paschal Baylon died peacefully, surrounded by his fellow friars, from natural causes.
Canonization
Servant of God
The process to recognize Paschal as a Servant of God likely began in the early 17th century, but specific details are not recorded[1].
Venerable
He was declared Venerable for his life of heroic virtue, though the exact date isn't known[1].
Beatification
Beatified on October 29, 1618, by Pope Urban VIII[3].
Canonization
Canonized on October 16, 1690, by Pope Alexander VIII[1].
Miracles
Miracle for beatification
Miracles of healing through his intercession were noted for his beatification[1].
Miracle for canonization
Further miracles of healing were associated with his canonization, though specifics are not widely documented[1].
Other notable miracles
- There are accounts of miracles occurring at his tomb after his death[4].
Patronage
St. Paschal Baylon is the patron saint of Eucharistic congresses and societies, cooks, shepherds, and victims of calumny[1].
Feast day
His feast day is celebrated on May 17[1].
Veneration
St. Paschal is venerated for his deep Eucharistic devotion, with his relics kept in Villarreal, Spain. He is remembered for his simple life of prayer and service[2].
Books
Written about the saint
- His life is documented in various Franciscan hagiographies and biographies, but no specific modern books were listed[4].
Written by the saint
- St. Paschal Baylon did not leave any known written works[4].