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Sep 30, 2024 · St. Robert Bellarmine (born October 4, 1542, Montepulciano, Tuscany [Italy]—died September 17, 1621, Rome; canonized 1930; feast day September 17) was an Italian cardinal and theologian, an opponent of the Protestant doctrines of the Reformation.
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Robert Bellarmine (Roberto Bellarmino, 1542-1621) was a scholar, theologian and intrepid defender of the Faith during the controversies of the Reformation. As a cardinal he served three popes who counted on his wisdom and scholarly advice.
Sep 18, 2019 · St. Robert Bellarmine, whose feast is celebrated Sept. 17 on the General Roman Calendar, was a Jesuit and a cardinal who used his incredible intellect to defend Catholic teaching, largely through responses to the Church's opponents in the aftermath of the Protestant Reformation.
Bellarmine displayed extraordinary intellectual skills from a young age. Upon entering the Jesuit Order in 1560, he went on to teach philosophy and the humanities. As Bellarmine delved into his studies in theology, the Lord was sharpening the saint’s mind for the next stage of his life.
Aug 26, 2013 · Bellarmine was one of the most distinguished members of the Society of Jesus, and, in fact, the Society began campaigning for Bellarmine’s canonization immediately after his death. Yet, the canonization process was stalled for more than three centuries, and Bellarmine was canonized only in 1930.
Feb 23, 2011 · St. Bellarmine was a product of the Jesuit school, which was "entirely focused on concentrating the power of his soul on the Lord Jesus, intensely known, loved and...
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Jul 17, 2019 · Born in 1542, Bellarmine entered the Society of Jesus in 1560 and studied at the Roman College, which was the center of Jesuit learning and one of the most prestigious institutions in early modern Catholic Europe.
