Isabel Flores de Oliva
Isabel Flores de Oliva, known as Santa Rosa de Lima, was born in Lima, Peru, in 1586. She became the first canonized saint of the Americas in 1671. Renowned for her beauty and piety, she dedicated her life to God, embracing a life of prayer and service to the poor. Her legacy is particularly tied to a miraculous storm that saved Lima from pirates in 1615, resulting in her veneration as a protector against natural disasters. Her feast day is celebrated on August 30, where many festivals occur in her honor across Latin America.
Born on Aug 30, 1586 (439 years old)
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Peru:
Isabel Flores de Oliva, known as Santa Rosa de Lima, is the patron saint of the National Police of Peru and is revered for her spiritual guidance and dedication to helping the poor and sick.
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Peru:
Isabel Flores de Oliva, known as Santa Rosa de Lima, dedicated her life to prayer and helping the poor and sick.
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Argentina:
Isabel Flores de Oliva, later known as Santa Rosa de Lima, is associated with the legend of a storm that saved Lima from Dutch pirates.
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Argentina:
Isabel Flores de Oliva is known as Santa Rosa de Lima, the patroness of America, who is associated with the phenomenon of the Tormenta de Santa Rosa.
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Peru:
Isabel Flores de Oliva is honored as the namesake of Santa Rosa in the museum dedicated to her.
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Guatemala:
Isabel Flores de Oliva, known as Santa Rosa de Lima, is celebrated as the first saint canonized in the Americas.
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