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Canonization of Hyacinth of Poland

When
1594
Where
Unspecified
Episodes
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Hyacinth of Poland, a Dominican priest, was canonized by Pope Clement VIII on 17 April 1594. His feast day is observed on 17 August.

Episodes

  1. 17 April 1594 · UnspecifiedCanonization of Hyacinth

    Pope Clement VIII canonized Hyacinth of Poland on 17 April 1594, setting his feast day for 17 August.

Background and detail

Background. Hyacinth, born Jacek Odrowąż, was a Polish Dominican priest and missionary active in the 13th century. He is venerated as a saint for his work reforming women's monasteries in Poland.

Canonization. Hyacinth was canonized on 17 April 1594 by Pope Clement VIII. His feast is celebrated on 17 August.

People involved

Sources

  1. Hyacinth of Poland Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-19

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