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1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Saint_MauriceSaint Maurice - Wikipedia

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   Maurice (also Moritz, Morris, or Mauritius; Coptic: Ⲁⲃⲃⲁ Ⲙⲱⲣⲓⲥ) was an Egyptian military leader who headed the legendary Theban Legion of Rome in the 3rd century, and is one of the favourite and most widely venerated saints of that martyred group. He is the patron saint of several professions, locales, and kingdoms.

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3. www.britannica.com › biography › Saint-MauriceSaint Maurice | Theban Legion, Martyr, Roman Soldier

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   Saint Maurice (died c. 286, Agaunum, near Geneva; feast day September 22) was a Christian soldier whose alleged martyrdom, with his comrades, inspired a cult still practiced today. Among those martyred with him were SS.

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4. www.catholic.org › saints › saintSt. Maurice - Saints & Angels - Catholic Online

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   Maurice was an officer of the Theban Legion of Emperor Maximian Herculius' army, which was composed of Christians from Upper Egypt. He and his fellow legionnaires refused to sacrifice to the gods as ordered by the Emperor to insure victory over rebelling Bagaudae.

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6. www.tripadvisor.co.uk › Attractions-g1130015The 5 Best Things to Do in Saint-Maurice - 2024 (with Photos)

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   Sep 23, 2020 · Things to Do in Saint-Maurice, Switzerland: See Tripadvisor's 1,308 traveller reviews and photos of Saint-Maurice tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in July. We have reviews of the best places to see in Saint-Maurice.

7. www.myswitzerland.com › en-gb › destinationsSaint-Maurice, VS | Switzerland Tourism

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   The small medieval city of Saint-Maurice is located at the entrance of the Upper Rhône Valley, between a rock face and the river. It is home to the renowned abbey as well as a castle.

8. www.vaticannews.va › en › saintsSts. Maurice and Companions, soldiers and Martyrs - Vatican News

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   See Vatican News to discover the life-story and message of Sts. Maurice and Companions, soldiers and Martyrs, the Saints of the Day 22 September.

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   Who was Saint Maurice?

   • Saint Maurice (died c. 286, Agaunum, near Geneva; feast day September 22) was a Christian soldier whose alleged martyrdom, with his comrades, inspired a cult still practiced today. Among those martyred with him were SS. Vitalis, Candidus, and Exuperius. He is the patron saint of the Vatican’s Swiss Guard.

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   Where is Saint-Maurice located?

   • The small medieval city of Saint-Maurice is located at the entrance of the Upper Rhône Valley, between a rock face and the river. It is home to the renowned abbey as well as a castle. Thanks to its strategic location at the entrance to the Rhône Valley, a customs station had already been established here by the Romans.

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   Why is Saint Maurice important?

   • It is home to the renowned abbey as well as a castle. Thanks to its strategic location at the entrance to the Rhône Valley, a customs station had already been established here by the Romans. The place got its name from the martyrdom of Saint Maurice.

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   Why is Maurice a patron saint?

   • He is the patron saint of several professions, locales, and kingdoms. According to the hagiographical material, Maurice was an Egyptian, born in AD 250 in Thebes, an ancient city in Upper Egypt that was the capital of the New Kingdom of Egypt (1575–1069 BC).

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10. swissglorious.com › towns-and-cities › saint-mauriceSaint-Maurice, Valais - A Swiss Destination | SwissGlorious

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    Saint-Maurice is a small town in the Valais canton of Switzerland, known for its scenic beauty, rich history and cultural heritage. Explore its landmarks, such as the Abbey of Saint-Maurice, the Saint-Maurice Castle and the Fort de la Planta, and enjoy its outdoor activities and local products.