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|SaintBirthDate=1247
|SaintBirthDate=1247
|SaintBirthPlace=Loviano, Tuscany, Italy
|SaintBirthPlace=Loviano, Tuscany, Italy
|SaintBirthCoordinates=43.0215° N, 11.8775° E (approx. for region)
|SaintBirthCoordinates=43.1797° N, 11.9547° E (approx. for Castiglione del Lago)
|SaintDeathDate=February 22, 1297
|SaintDeathDate=February 22, 1297
|DeathPlace=Cortona, Tuscany, Italy
|DeathPlace=Cortona, Tuscany, Italy
|SaintDeathCoordinates=43.2731° N, 11.9880° E
|SaintDeathCoordinates=43.2739° N, 11.9867° E
|SaintCauseOfDeath=Natural causes
|SaintCauseOfDeath=Natural causes
|NotableAddress1=Cortona, Italy (Franciscan Third Order)
|NotableAddress1=Cortona, Italy (Franciscan Convent)
|NotableCoordinates1=43.2731° N, 11.9880° E
|NotableCoordinates1=43.2739° N, 11.9867° E
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|Canonizer=Pope Benedict XIII
|Canonizer=Pope Benedict XIII
|CanonizationLocation=Rome, Italy
|CanonizationLocation=Rome, Italy
|SaintMiracle1=Healing of a nun suffering from a terminal illness
|SaintMiracle1=Miracles associated with her tomb
|SaintMiracle2=Healing of a child with a congenital defect
|SaintMiracle2=Healing of the sick through her intercession
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|FeastDay=February 22
|FeastDay=February 22
|Profession=Penitent, Franciscan Tertiary
|Profession=Pacifist, Penitent, Nurse
|ReligiousAffiliation=Third Order of St. Francis
|ReligiousAffiliation=Third Order of St. Francis
|Patronage=Falsely accused people, homeless, insane, midwives, penitents, reformed prostitutes, single mothers, stepchildren, tramps
|Patronage=Homeless people, falsely accused people, midwives, reformed prostitutes, single mothers
|Attributes=Dog, Franciscan habit, rope around neck
|Attributes=Franciscan habit, dog, cross
|PrimaryShrine=Basilica of Santa Margherita, Cortona, Italy
|PrimaryShrine=Basilica of Santa Margherita, Cortona, Italy
|AdditionalVeneration=
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'''St. Margaret of Cortona''', born in 1247, was a penitent who transformed her life from one of sin to one of sanctity<ref name="catholic.org">www.catholic.org</ref>. After a tumultuous early life, she joined the Third Order of St. Francis, dedicating herself to penance, prayer, and service to the poor<ref name="newadvent.org">www.newadvent.org</ref>. Known for her miracles and her establishment of a hospital for the sick, she is revered as a model of conversion and compassion<ref name="wikipedia.org">en.wikipedia.org</ref>.


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==Biography==
St. Margaret of Cortona, born in 1247 in Loviano, Tuscany, Italy, is known for her dramatic conversion from a life of sin to one of penitence and charity<ref name="catholic.org">www.catholic.org</ref>. After her lover's murder, she sought refuge with the Franciscans in Cortona, where she dedicated her life to prayer, penance, and service to the poor<ref name="newadvent.org">www.newadvent.org</ref>. Her life is marked by numerous miracles, including healings, and her profound spiritual experiences, leading to her canonization in 1728
 
=== Birth ===
Margaret was born in 1247 in Loviano, near Castiglione del Lago, Tuscany, Italy<ref name="catholic.org"/>.
 
=== Early Life ===
Her mother died when she was young, and she lived with a harsh stepmother, leading her to run away with a local nobleman, living with him for nine years and bearing a son<ref name="newadvent.org"/>.
 
=== Occupation ===
After her conversion, she became known for her work as a nurse and caretaker of the sick<ref name="catholic.org"/>.
 
=== Vocation ===
Margaret joined the Third Order of St. Francis after her lover's murder, dedicating her life to penance and charity. She founded a hospital and the Congregation of the Poor Ones (Poverelle)<ref name="wikipedia.org"/>.
 
=== Death ===
She died on February 22, 1297, in Cortona, from natural causes<ref name="catholic.org"/>.
 
==Significant events==
 
* Her conversion after discovering her lover's murdered body, which led her to a life of penance<ref name="newadvent.org"/>.
* Founded a hospital in Cortona for the poor and sick<ref name="catholic.org"/>.
* Experienced mystical visions and was known for her spiritual gifts<ref name="wikipedia.org"/>.
 
== Death ==
 
St. Margaret died peacefully in Cortona, having lived a life of significant transformation and service.
 
==Canonization==
 
=== Servant of God ===
The process to recognize Margaret as a Servant of God likely began in the 17th or 18th century, but specific details are not recorded<ref name="catholic.org"/>.
 
===Venerable===
Declared Venerable for her life of heroic virtue, though the exact date isn't known<ref name="catholic.org"/>.
 
=== Beatification ===
Not formally beatified; she was canonized directly, as was common for early saints<ref name="catholic.org"/>.
 
=== Canonization ===
Canonized on May 16, 1728, by Pope Benedict XIII<ref name="catholic.org"/>, recognizing her sanctity, miracles, and contributions to the Church.
 
==Miracles==
 
=== Miracle for beatification ===
Not applicable; she was canonized without formal beatification.
 
=== Miracle for canonization ===
Miracles associated with her tomb and the healing of the sick through her intercession were noted for her canonization<ref name="catholic.org"/>.
 
=== Other notable miracles ===
- Numerous healings and other miracles were attributed to her intercession<ref name="wikipedia.org"/>.
 
==Patronage==
 
St. Margaret of Cortona is the patron saint of homeless people, falsely accused people, midwives, reformed prostitutes, and single mothers<ref name="catholic.org"/>.
 
==Feast day==
 
Her feast day is celebrated on February 22<ref name="catholic.org"/>.
 
==Veneration==
 
St. Margaret is venerated in Cortona, where her relics are kept in the Basilica of Santa Margherita. She is remembered for her penitential life and her acts of charity<ref name="wikipedia.org"/>.
 
==Books==
 
=== Written about the saint ===
* Her life has been documented in several hagiographies, but no specific modern books were listed<ref name="wikipedia.org"/>.
 
=== Written by the saint ===
* St. Margaret of Cortona did not leave any known written works<ref name="wikipedia.org"/>.
 
==External links==
 
* [https://www.catholic.org/saints/saint.php?saint_id=18 Catholic Online article on St. Margaret of Cortona]<ref name="catholic.org"/>
* [https://www.newadvent.org/cathen/09653a.htm New Advent Catholic Encyclopedia on St. Margaret of Cortona]<ref name="newadvent.org"/>
* [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Margaret_of_Cortona Wikipedia entry on Margaret of Cortona]<ref name="wikipedia.org"/>
 
==References==
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