Edith Stein
Polish nun and martyr; later canonized
Born
October 12th, 1891
133 years ago
Died
August 9th, 1942
82 years ago — 50 years old
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
Poland
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Born in Poland in 1891, a nun joined the Carmelite Order and adopted the name Teresa Benedicta of the Cross. Engaged in philosophical writing and became a prominent scholar, writing about phenomenology and the relationship between faith and reason. As the Nazi regime rose to power, faced persecution due to Jewish heritage. Arrested in 1942 and deported to Auschwitz, where she was killed. Canonized in 1998, recognized for her contributions to philosophy and as a martyr for faith.
Joined the Carmelite Order
Wrote significant philosophical works
Canonized in 1998
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