Melchior Grodziecki

Polish priest and saint recognized for martyrdom

Melchior Grodziecki - Polish priest and saint recognized for martyrdom
Born

1582
443 years ago

Died

September 7th, 1619
405 years ago — 37 years old

Category

Activists & Humanitarians

Country

Poland

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Served as a Jesuit priest in Poland during the 17th century. Played a significant role in missionary work and education. Was arrested for refusing to renounce the Catholic faith amid religious persecution. Executed on September 7, 1619, for promoting Catholicism. Canonized as a saint by the Catholic Church in the 20th century, celebrated for dedication to faith and service to others.

Executed for faith in 1619

Canonized as a saint

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