Monk
Saint Bruno
Saint Bruno founded the Carthusian Order, emphasizing solitude and contemplation in monastic life.
Patron saint of
Carthusians, Solitude
- Feast
- October 6
- Era
- 11th Century
- Place
- Chartreuse
At a Glance
Saint Bruno
- Feast Day
- October 6
- Era
- 11th Century
- Primary Place
- Chartreuse
- Vocation
- Monk
- Patronage
- Carthusians, Solitude
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Overview
Saint Bruno
Saint Bruno founded the Carthusian Order, emphasizing solitude and contemplation in monastic life.
Feast day: October 6
Patronage
Carthusians, Solitude
Connected Places
- Chartreuse, France: His monastery
- Cologne, Germany: His birthplace
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