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Saint Francis from Assisi with Flying Dove wood statue - color

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Saint Francis from Assisi with Flying Dove in His Hand Mary wood Statue; Francis was born to Assisi in 1182, in the full of the ferment of the communal age. Son of a merchant, from young aspired to enter in the circle of the small city nobility. For this reason he sought glory through military exploits, until he understood that he had to serve only the Lord. He gave himself up to a life of penitence and solitude in total poverty, after having abandoned his family and his earthly possessions. In 1209, following a further inspiration, he began to preach the Gospel in the cities, while the first disciples joined him. With them he went to Rome to have Pope Innocent III approve his choice of life. From 1210 to 1224 he wandered through the streets and squares of Italy: everywhere crowds flocked to him and crowds of disciples that he called """"brothers"""", i.e. """"brothers"""". He then welcomed the young Clare who started the Second Franciscan Order, and founded a Third Order for those who wished to live as penitents, with rules suitable for lay people. He died the evening of October 3, 1226 at the church of Santa Maria degli Angeli in Assisi. He was canonized by Pope Gregory IX on July 16, 1228. Pope Pius XII proclaimed him and St. Catherine of Siena the Primary Patrons of Italy on June 18, 1939. The mortal remains of the man who became known as the """"Poor Man of Assisi"""" are venerated in the Basilica dedicated to him in Assisi, specifically in the crypt of the lower church.

Patronage: Italy, Ecologists, Animals, Birds, Cub Scouts/Coccins. AGESCI

Etymology: Francis = free, from ancient German

Emblem: Wolf, lamb and birds

Roman Martyrology: Memory of St. Francis, who, after a carefree youth, converted to an evangelical life in Assisi, Umbria, in order to serve Jesus Christ whom he had met in particular in the poor and disinherited, making himself poor. He joined the Friars Minor in community. He preached the love of God to all, even as far as the Holy Land, seeking in his words as in his actions the perfect following of Christ, and wanted to die on the bare earth.
Detail & Meaning
1) Iconography and Symbolism: Saint Francis of Assisi with a dove in his hand.
2) Religious Meaning: The dove symbolizes the Holy Spirit, peace, and purity, central elements in the life and message of Saint Francis, known for his love of nature and animals, and for his dedication to peace and universal brotherhood.
Story
Saint Francis of Assisi, born Giovanni di Pietro di Bernardone (1181/1182 - 1226), was the founder of the Order of Friars Minor and co-founder of the Poor Clares. His life, based on the imitation of Christ, attracted numerous followers, leading to the rapid growth of his order. Despite initial difficulties, he was canonized by the Roman Catholic Church only two years after his death. He is venerated as a saint and his liturgical memorial occurs on October 4 (or October 3 in some Protestant churches).
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