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Sophia was the legendary mother of the virgin martyrs Faith, Hope, and Charity. Three days after the death of the daughters early in the second century, Sophia passed peacefully away while praying by their tomb. As her name means wisdom, and her offspring are named for virtues, some writers believer she is a personification of an allegory.
If Sophia actually existed she was declared a saint before the official canonization process was instituted in the 12th century. He would have been declared a saint to the bishop by those who knew him best and were familiar with his life and merits. The local bishop would them make the decision. Today only the pope can declare saints after years of study by the Sacred Congregation for the Causes of Saints in the Vatican. The church does not create saints. Only God can do that. The Church "screens" candidates for sainthood to determine if they had a life worthy of emmulation. In other words, do they make good role models. Also, the Church has to be assured that the person is actually in Heaven. That is the reason that today a number of miracles must be verified before a person can be declared a saint.
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Why was Saint Sophia canonized?
Saint Sophia was canonized because of the great faith that she had that led to her martyrdom. She displayed adamant courage and encourage her three daughter Love, Faith and Hope to endure their torments for the sake of the Heavenly Bridegroom.
When was Saint Renee Grillard canonized?
There is no such canonized saint.
Is Pope Alexander III a canonized saint?
No, he is not a canonized saint.
When was Renee Gillard canonized?
There is no such canonized saint.
When was Saint Catherine of Siena canonized?
St. Sophia was not formally canonized. She is a pre-congregational saint. In other words, the formal canonization process did not yet exist so she was declared a saint by popular acclamation, probably with Church approval.
Who is Saint Dougherty?
There is no such canonized saint.
When was Saint Cecelia cononized?
Saint Cecilia was canonized by the Catholic Church in the 4th century.
Why is Saint Sophia a saint?
Saint Sophia can refer to the basillica of Santa Sophia meaning "Holy Wisdom." This can refer to the Holy Spirit.
Who is the first saint of Australia?
Mary MacKillop who was recently canonized is Australia's first canonized saint.
Who was the first American to be canonized?
Saint Rose of Lima was the first saint from the Americas to be canonized,The first person born in the Americas to be canonized as a saint was St. Rose of Lima. The first person born in the United States to be canonized as a saint was St. Elizabeth Ann Seton.
Is there a Saint Arlington?
There is no canonized saint by that name.
Is Pierre Charon a saint?
No, he is not a canonized saint.
