About Famianus of Compostela
Lived 1090 – 1150 (aged 59–60). Famianus of Compostela was a monk.
St Famianus of Compostela (1090–1150) was a Catholic Saint. He was canonized by Pope Adrian IV in 1455
Biography Famianus was born in 1090 to a wealthy family. However, he left his wealthy life and gave all of his property to the poor. Afterwards, he lived the life of a poor pilgrim. During this time period, he visited many Christian holy sites in Italy and Spain, including Rome. He eventually joined the Cistercian monastery of Santa María de Oseira in Spain. He went to the Holy Land in 1146. He died in Italy.
Legacy In 1511 Pope Julius II granted plenary indulgence to those who visited the saint's sanctuary in Gallese on his feast day; Pope Paul V confirmed the indulgence in 1607.
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Who was Famianus of Compostela?
catholic Saint (1090–1150)
When was Famianus of Compostela born?
Famianus of Compostela was born in 1090 in Cologne.
When did Famianus of Compostela die?
Famianus of Compostela died on 8 August 1150 in Gallese.
What was Famianus of Compostela's occupation?
Famianus of Compostela was a monk.
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