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Francis's Beliefs

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Francis was born in Assisi, Italy in 1181. He is the patron saint of animals and the environment. After fighting in a battle between Assisi and Perugia, Francis was captured and imprisoned for ransom. He spent nearly a year in prison, according to legend, he began receiving visions from God. After his release from prison, Francis heard the voice of Christ, who told him to rebuild the Christian Church and live a life of poverty. He was canonized as a saint on July 16, 1228. During his life he also developed a deep love of nature and animals and is known as the patron saint of the environment and animals; his life and words are unforgetful. Francis has millions of followers across the globe. Each October, many animals around the world over are blessed on his feast day, October,4. …show more content…

Although some people made fun of him for wearing such humble clothes and sharing the company of people who were sick and poor, Francis was happy and even danced with joy.

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-"Where there is charity and wisdom, there is neither fear nor ignorance.”

-” Start by doing what's necessary; then do what's possible; and suddenly you are doing the impossible.”

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