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The saints are like the stars. In his providence Christ conceals them in a hidden place that they may not shine before others when they might wish to do so. Yet they are always ready to exchange the quiet of contemplation for the works of mercy as soon as they perceive in their heart the invitation of Christ.

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Anthony of Padua
Age: 35 †
Born: 1195
Born: August 15
Died: 1231
Died: June 13
Friar Franciscan
Presbyter
Priest
Lisboa
Fernando Martins de Bulhões
Saint Antonius von Padua
Saint Ontōns nu Padovas
Fernando de Bullones
Antonius Patavinus
Saint Antonio da Padova
Ontōns nu Padovas
Saint Anthony of Padua
Fernando de Bulhões
Saint Antony of Padua
Antonio da Padova
Saint Antoine
António de Lisboa
Antoni Padewski
Saint António de Lisboa
Antonio de Lisboa
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