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Ortolana

1101 – 1238

Nun of The Order of Saint Clare

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About Ortolana

Lived 1101 – 1238. Ortolana was a German religious, nun and christian nun.

Blessed Ortolana of Assisi (sometimes spelled Hortulana, born in the 12th century – 2 January 1238 in Assisi) – blessed of the Catholic Church, she is known as a nun of The Order of Saint Clare (Poor Clares). She was the wife of Favarone Offreduccio, and mother of Saint Clare of Assisi and Saint Agnes of Assisi, who both entered religious life. After her husband's death, the widow Ortolana joined The Monastery of San Damiano.

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Important facts

Born
1101, Assisi
Birth century
Died
1238, Assisi
Occupation
Religious, nun, Christian nun
Nationality
Also known as
Blessed Ortolana of Assisi

People in Ortolana's life

Named in this biography and alive at the same time

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Ortolana?

nun of The Order of Saint Clare

When was Ortolana born?

Ortolana was born in 1101 in Assisi.

When did Ortolana die?

Ortolana died in 1238 in Assisi.

What was Ortolana's occupation?

Ortolana was a religious, nun and christian nun.

What nationality was Ortolana?

Ortolana was German.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Ortolana

· Wikidata: Q11799354

· DBpedia: Ortolana

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