What does C.O., O.M. stand for in context of his name?
Order of Minims, Order of Malta
Company Officer, Order of Merit
Ordo Minimorum, Order of Italy
Ordo Minimorum
Order of Malta
Answer
The C.O., O.M. that follows St. Francis of Assisi's name is an abbreviation for his membership in the Ordo Minimorum, the Order of Friars Minor. This order was founded by St. Francis himself in 1209 and is dedicated to the ideals of poverty, humility, and service to the poor.
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