Martyr
Saint Maximilian Kolbe
Saint Maximilian Kolbe volunteered to die in place of a fellow prisoner during World War II. His self-sacrifice and unwavering faith have made him a symbol of hope and charity.
Patron saint of
Prisoners, Families, Addicts
- Feast
- August 14
- Era
- 20th Century
- Place
- Kraków
At a Glance
Saint Maximilian Kolbe
- Feast Day
- August 14
- Era
- 20th Century
- Primary Place
- Kraków
- Vocation
- Martyr
- Patronage
- Prisoners, Families, Addicts
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Overview
Saint Maximilian Kolbe
Saint Maximilian Kolbe volunteered to die in place of a fellow prisoner during World War II. His self-sacrifice and unwavering faith have made him a symbol of hope and charity.
Feast day: August 14
Patronage
Prisoners, Families, Addicts
Connected Places
- Kraków, Poland: His place of ministry
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