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Saint Abra

Also known as: Abre

Saint
Pre-Congregation

Feast Day: 12 December; 13 December on some calendars

Born: 342

Died: 360 of natural causes

Canonized: Pre-Congregation


Biography

Saint Abra, daughter of the renowned Saint Hilary of Poitiers, dedicated her life to the service of God as a nun within the early Christian community of Poitiers, France. Born into a family deeply committed to the faith, she embraced the monastic vocation, finding her purpose in prayer, contemplation, and active evangelization. Throughout her life, Saint Abra devoted herself to spreading the Gospel message in the region surrounding Poitiers, offering her witness and support to the growing Church. Her work, conducted with humility and steadfast faith, contributed significantly to

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