Raymond of Toulouse (saint)
| Saint Raymond of Toulouse | |
|---|---|
| Born | Toulouse, France |
| Died |
3 July 1118 Toulouse, France |
| Venerated in | Roman Catholic Church |
| Major shrine | Basilica of St. Sernin, Toulouse |
| Feast | 8 July |
Old hospital of St. Raymond, now museum, new building of the fifteenth century.
Raymond of Toulouse, also known as Raymond Gayrard, was a chanter and canon renowned for generosity.[1] A native of Toulouse, who entered religious life after the death of his wife. He became a canon of St. Sernin, Toulouse, helping to rebuild the church which became a popular place for pilgrims. After his death on 3 July 1118, many miracles were reported at his tomb.[2]
Notes
- ↑ St. Raymond of Toulouse Catholic Online
- ↑ Saint Raymond of Toulouse Patron Saint Index