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Saint Raymond of Penyafort

Saint Raymond of Penyafort is revered as the patron saint of lawyers and legal scholars. His contributions to canon law and justice have left a lasting mark on the Church.

Patron saint of Lawyers, Archivists, Legal Professionals
Feast
October 7
Era
13th Century
Place
Penyafort
Saint Raymond of Penyafort portrait

At a Glance

Saint Raymond of Penyafort

Feast Day
October 7
Era
13th Century
Primary Place
Penyafort
Vocation
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Patronage
Lawyers, Archivists, Legal Professionals

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Overview

Saint Raymond of Penyafort

Saint Raymond of Penyafort is revered as the patron saint of lawyers and legal scholars. His contributions to canon law and justice have left a lasting mark on the Church.

Feast day: October 7

Patronage

Lawyers, Archivists, Legal Professionals

Connected Places

  • Penyafort, Spain: His birthplace

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