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July 4 · Optional · White
St Elizabeth of Portugal
(1271–1336) Queen of Portugal, great-niece of Elizabeth of Hungary, who rose before dawn for the office and fed the poor from the palace. Twice she rode between armies drawn for battle — once between her husband and her son — earning the name Peacemaker.
When is the feast of St Elizabeth of Portugal?
The feast is celebrated on July 4 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar, with white vestments.
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When is the feast of St Elizabeth of Portugal?
The feast of St Elizabeth of Portugal is celebrated on July 4 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar.
Who was St Elizabeth of Portugal?
(1271–1336) Queen of Portugal, great-niece of Elizabeth of Hungary, who rose before dawn for the office and fed the poor from the palace. Twice she rode between armies drawn for battle — once between her husband and her son — earning the name…
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