A portrait of St. Odilo of Cluny
St. Odilo of Cluny
c. 962 – 1049
Feast
January 1 · XI c.
Patron of
Souls in purgatory · Cluniac monks
Order
Abbot / Benedictine
French Benedictine abbot (c. 962-1049), fifth abbot of Cluny from 994 for fifty-five years; instituted the commemoration of All Souls (November 2) for the whole Cluniac federation in 998, whence its universal observance. Promoter of the Truce of God. Pre-Congregation cultus.
Life & Times
Born: c. 962 · Died: 1049 · From: France.
Patronage
St. Odilo of Cluny is invoked as the patron of souls in purgatory, cluniac monks. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
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About Catholic Saints
Catholic saints, including St. Odilo of Cluny, are Christians whom the Catholic Church has formally recognized as having lived lifes of heroic holiness and who now dwell with God in heaven, offering an example of faith for those still on their earthly journey. Catholics don't worship saints, but ask them to pray to God with us and for us — much as one might ask a trusted friend to pray for them — trusting that those closest to God can join their voices to ours before Him. Discover more saints in the Catholic Shop Saints section.