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July 10 · Optional · Red

St Canute of Denmark

(c. 1042–1086) King of Denmark who endowed churches, enforced just tithes, and planned to press his claim to England. Rebels trapped him in St Alban's church at Odense, where he died at the altar after confession, arms outstretched; patron of Denmark.

When is the feast of St Canute of Denmark?

The feast is celebrated on July 10 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar, with red vestments.

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When is the feast of St Canute of Denmark?

The feast of St Canute of Denmark is celebrated on July 10 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar.

Who was St Canute of Denmark?

(c. 1042–1086) King of Denmark who endowed churches, enforced just tithes, and planned to press his claim to England. Rebels trapped him in St Alban's church at Odense, where he died at the altar after confession, arms outstretched; patron of…

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