Christian mythology

A selection of Christian Martyrs, Hermits & Virgins

St. CELESTINE V

Christian Saint

First Pope to abdicate

A Benedictine, he founded the Celestine Order after doing a stint as a hermit in the Abruzzi Mountains.

He was in his 80’s when elected Pope in 1294 and it was all a bit too much.

St. Celestine V Facts and Figures

Name: Celestine V
Pronunciation: Coming soon
Alternative names:

Gender: Male
Type: Saint
Birth and Death Dates: 1209-1296
Celebration or Feast Day: May 19th

Role: Unknown at present

Good/Evil Rating: Unknown at present
Popularity index: 1364

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Article last revised on April 07, 2019 by the Godchecker data dwarves.
Editors: Peter J. Allen, Chas Saunders

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