Silvester of Troina
Italian saint
About Silvester of Troina
Lived 1110 – 1185 (aged 74–75).
Silvester of Troina was a Basilian monk, who originally entered the monastery at Bari, Italy, but fled when he was to be appointed abbot. Silvester then lived the rest of his life as a hermit. This St Silvester is patron saint of the Sicilian town of Troina, where he is putatively buried in the church of San Silvestro.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Silvester of Troina?
Italian saint
When was Silvester of Troina born?
Silvester of Troina was born in 1110 in Troina.
When did Silvester of Troina die?
Silvester of Troina died in 1185 in Troina.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Silvester of Troina
· DBpedia: Silvester of Troina
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MLA: "Silvester of Troina." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/silvester-of-troina/.
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