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What actions earned Henry II his sainthood?

  • Personal piety and promotion of the Church

  • Military victories

  • Charitable works

  • Building of great churches

Answer

Henry II was canonized a saint because of his personal piety and promotion of the Church. He was a devout Catholic who regularly attended Mass and prayed the rosary. He also founded several monasteries and churches, and he was a generous benefactor to the Church. In addition, he was a strong advocate for the rights of the Church, and he worked to protect the Church from its enemies.
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