biography
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Bernardino of Siena, St
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pronunciation:
[bernah(r)deenoh, syay
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| male
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| lived:
| (1380–1444)
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| biography:
| Franciscan monk, born in Massa di Carrara, W Italy. He entered the order in 1404, was appointed its vicar-general for Italy (1438), and made himself famous by his rigid restoration of the rule. He was canonized in 1450; feast day 20 May. |
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