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Which saint was canonized by Pope Gregory XV?

  • Francis Xavier

  • John of the Cross

  • Catherine of Siena

  • Anthony of Padua

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Francis Xavier, a renowned Jesuit missionary, was canonized as a saint by Pope Gregory XV in 1622. Xavier's tireless efforts in spreading Christianity throughout Asia, particularly in India and Japan, earned him the title of "Apostle of the Indies." His canonization recognized his extraordinary zeal, unwavering faith, and the profound impact he had on the growth of the Catholic Church in the East.
Unveiling the Papacy: The Legacy of Pope Gregory XV

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