Codice prodotto: L10339
Memorial Day: November 16
When did Saint Gertrude live: 13th century AD
BIOGRAPHY:
Saint Gertrude is the only German saint to be nicknamed "the Great". She entered the Helfta monastery at the age of five, where she was educated by the abbess Gertrude von Hackeborn. Her education included the seven liberal arts and theological subjects, which served as the basis for her later work. At the age of 25, a vision of Christ transformed her from a scholar of the book to a scholar of God. Her main works are "Legatus divinae pietatis" (Messenger of Divine Love) and "Exercitia spiritualia" (Spiritual Exercises). These writings contain theological insights and instructions for spiritual exercise.
PATRONAGE:
St. Gertrude the Great is the patron saint o of Peru and Tarragona in Spain.
SYMBOLISM:
The symbols of San Gertrude the Great are a burning heart as a sign of her intense love for Jesus, a book to emphasize her wisdom and a pen, which refers to her literary activity.
PATRON SAINT OF:
Gertrud, Geltrude, Gertrude, Gertrudis, Gertraud, Gesa, Gesine, Gerrie, Gerti, Geesche, Traudel, Trude