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June 19 · Optional · White

St Romuald

(c. 951–1027) Ravennese noble who became a monk in penance for a family duel, then wandered Italy for decades founding hermitages, above all Camaldoli, joining hermit solitude to common life. His Brief Rule begins: 'Sit in your cell as in paradise.'

When is the feast of St Romuald?

The feast is celebrated on June 19 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar, with white vestments.

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When is the feast of St Romuald?

The feast of St Romuald is celebrated on June 19 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar.

Who was St Romuald?

(c. 951–1027) Ravennese noble who became a monk in penance for a family duel, then wandered Italy for decades founding hermitages, above all Camaldoli, joining hermit solitude to common life. His Brief Rule begins: 'Sit in your cell as in…

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