Benedict the Moor Saint

Benedict the Moor, O.F.M., (Italian: Benedetto da San Fratello, 1526 – April 4, 1589) was an Italian Franciscan friar in Sicily who is venerated as a saint in the Catholic and Lutheran churches. Born of African slaves, he was freed at birth and became known for his charity. As a young man he joined a Franciscan-affiliated hermit group, of which he became the leader. In 1564 he was sent to the Franciscan friary in Palermo, where he continued good works.

Personal facts

Alias (AKA)	Manasseri Benedetto
Birth date	January 01, 1526
Birth place	Sicily , Crown of Aragon , San Fratello , Province of Messina
Date of death	April 04, 1589
Place of death	Sicily , Crown of Aragon , Palermo
Title	Religious and confessor