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How quickly was Anthony of Padua canonized after his death?

  • Less than a year

  • 10 years

  • 50 years

  • 100 years

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Anthony of Padua was canonized as a saint of the Catholic Church less than a year after his death. This was a very quick process, and it is likely that the Church was eager to canonize Anthony because of his popularity and the many miracles that were attributed to him. Anthony was a Franciscan friar and preacher, and he is known for his work with the poor and the sick.
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