Philip Neri

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Religious and Church art on Ebay; Fine Religious antique, coming from Europe; Religious and churchart Eindhoven, The Netherlands eBay Policy prohibits the sale of human remains and requires a disclosure of what the Relics are: These Relics are a piece of hair of the Saint and/or a piece of cloth worn by the Saint, both of which are allowed by eBay Policy. They are sacred and devotional Relics of the Church. If you have any further specific questions regarding these Holy Relics, please email me. Philip Neri This is a reliquary with relic from Philip Neri. Diameter is 1.2 inch. relic, waxseal and thread correct in place. Shipping with registered priority is 10$. I want to thank the writer of Patron Saints Index. PHILIP NERI Also known as Philip Romolo Neri; Apostle of Rome; Amabile Santo Memorial 26 May Profile Though he was related to Italian nobility, Philip came from a poor family. His father, Francisco Neri, worked as a notary. Philip's brother died in childhood, but his two sisters, Caterina and Elisabetta survived. Pius youth. Taught humanities by the Dominicans. Moved to San Germano in 1533 to help some family with their business, and while t would escape to a local Dominican chapel in the mountains. Received word in a vision that he had an apostolate in Rome. Cut himself off from his family, and went t Befriended by Galeotto Caccia who took Philip in, and paid him to tutor his two sons. Wrote poetry in Latin and Italian. Studied philosophy and theology. When he tired of learning, he sold all his books and gave the money to the poor. Began to visit and care for the sick, and impoverished pilgrims. Founded a society of like-minded folk to do the same. Friend of Saint Ignatius. A layman, he lived in the city as a hermit. During Easter season of 1544, while praying in the catecomb of San Sebastiano, he received a vision of a globe of fire that entered his chest, and he experienced an ecstasy that physically enlarged his heart. With Persiano Rose, he founded the Confraternity of the Most Holy Trinity . He began to preach, with many converts. In 1550 he considered retiring to the life of a solitary hermit, but received further visions that told him his mission was in Rome. Later he considered missionary work in India, but further visions convinced him to stay in Rome. Entered the priesthood in 1551. Heard confessions by the hour. Could tell penitents their sins before they confessed, and had the gift of confering visions. He began working with youth, finding safe places for them to play, becoming involved in their lives. Pope Gregory XIV tried to make him a cardinal, but Philip declined. His popularity was such that he was accused of forming his own sect, but was cleared of this baseless charge. In 1575 he founded the Congregation of the Oratory ( Oratorians , a group of priests dedicated to preaching and teaching, but which suffered from accusations of sy because of the involvement of laymen as preachers. In later years he was beset by several illnesses, each of which was in turn cured through prayer. "Cheerfulness strengthens the heart and makes us persevere in a good life. Tfore the servant of God ought always to be in good spirits." - Saint Philip Neri Born 22 July 1515 at Florence, Italy Died 27 May 1595 Name Meaning lover of horses (Philip) Beatified 11 May 1615 by Pope Paul V Canonized 12 March 1622 by Pope Gregory XV Patronage Rome, Italy; United States Army Special Forces Conditions of Sale & Payment Options Shipping costs are calculated on weight and are tfore predetermined, but multiple buying will decrease your shipping costs! All sales are final!!! NO Postal money orders Bidder to prepay by: Cashiers checks, other check's, please ask before bidding. WE MAKE NO CHARGE FOR PAYMENTS OR CASHING YOUR US$ CHEQUES OR MONEY ORDERS. WE will accept bids from anybody,but if your feedback is less than 5 , please contact us with your name,address&phone... read more

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