Memorial
Saint Dominic
- Feast day
- August 08
- Patron of
- astronomers
- Origin
- Spanish
Life
Dominic de Guzman founded the Order of Preachers (Dominicans) dedicated to preaching, teaching, and combating heresy through study and persuasion. He is traditionally credited with promoting the Rosary.
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