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Saint Callinicus of Cernica

1787 – 1868

Romanian Orthodox bishop and saint

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About Saint Callinicus of Cernica

Lived 1787 – 1868 (aged 80). Saint Callinicus of Cernica was an eastern Orthodox bishop, orthodox theologian and monk.

Saint Calinic of Cernica (b. October 7, 1787 – d. April 11, 1868) was a monk, church founder, theologian, abbot of Cernica Monastery, and bishop of Râmnicu Vâlcea, the first Romanian saint recognised by Romanian Orthodox Church, on October 21, 1955.

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Important facts

Born
7 October 1787, Bucharest
Birth century
18th century
Died
11 April 1868
Occupation
Eastern Orthodox bishop, Orthodox theologian, monk
Positions held
Abbot
Also known as
Sfântul Calinic de la Cernica

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Saint Callinicus of Cernica?

Romanian Orthodox bishop and saint

When was Saint Callinicus of Cernica born?

Saint Callinicus of Cernica was born on 7 October 1787 in Bucharest.

When did Saint Callinicus of Cernica die?

Saint Callinicus of Cernica died on 11 April 1868.

What was Saint Callinicus of Cernica's occupation?

Saint Callinicus of Cernica was an eastern Orthodox bishop, orthodox theologian and monk.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Saint Callinicus of Cernica

· Wikidata: Q12740757

· DBpedia: Saint Callinicus of Cernica

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