Adolf of Osnabrück

Deceased Person

1185 – 1224

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Who was Adolf of Osnabrück?

Adolf of Osnabrück, O.Cist, was born in Tecklenburg about 1185, a member of the family of the Counts of Tecklenburg in the Duchy of Westphalia. During his lifetime, he became known as the "Almoner of the Poor", and is honored as a saint by the Catholic Church.

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Born
1185
Tecklenburg
Also known as
  • St. Adolf of Osnabruck
  • Saint Adolf of Osnabrück
Died
Jun 30, 1224
Osnabrück

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on July 23, 2013

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