Nikola Tavelić
Croatian missionary and saint
Born
1340
686 years ago
Died
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
Croatia
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A missionary from Croatia who played a significant role in spreading Christianity. Tavelić undertook missionary work in the Ottoman Empire and was eventually martyred for his faith. His journey highlighted the challenges faced by missionaries during that period. Later canonized as a saint, his life and martyrdom became an inspiration for many followers of the faith.
Founded missions in the Ottoman Empire
Martyred for his Christian faith in 1391
Canonized as a saint by the Catholic Church
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