Catherine of Siena

1347 - 1380

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Biography

Catherine of Siena was an Italian mystic and saint of the Catholic Church. She was born in 1347 in Siena, Italy, and from a young age, she devoted herself to a life of prayer and service to the poor. Catherine had mystical experiences and believed she received visions from God. She played a significant role in persuading Pope Gregory XI to return the papacy from Avignon to Rome. Catherine was known for her letters and writings, which emphasized the importance of love, humility, and obedience to God.