Juliana of Liège

Belgian canoness and saint

Juliana of Liège - Belgian canoness and saint
Born

None
None years ago

Died

April 5th, 1258
767 years ago — None years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

Belgium

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Served as a canoness in Liège, played a significant role in the establishment of the Feast of the Corpus Christi. Had visions that influenced the Catholic Church's approach to the Eucharist. Recognized for her devout life and dedication to spiritual matters.

Established the Feast of the Corpus Christi

Had significant religious visions

Contributed to the development of Catholic rituals

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