Martyr
Saint Edith Stein
Saint Edith Stein, a Jewish convert and Carmelite nun, was a philosopher who died in Auschwitz for her faith.
Patron saint of
Europe, Converts, Philosophers
- Feast
- August 9
- Era
- 20th Century
- Place
- Auschwitz
At a Glance
Saint Edith Stein
- Feast Day
- August 9
- Era
- 20th Century
- Primary Place
- Auschwitz
- Vocation
- Martyr
- Patronage
- Europe, Converts, Philosophers
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Overview
Saint Edith Stein
Saint Edith Stein, a Jewish convert and Carmelite nun, was a philosopher who died in Auschwitz for her faith.
Feast day: August 9
Patronage
Europe, Converts, Philosophers
Connected Places
- Auschwitz, Poland: Her martyrdom site
- Wrocław Germany: Her birthplace
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