Pietro di Bernardone

historical figure

Pietro di Bernardone, known as the father of Saint Francis of Assisi, was a wealthy merchant whose life took a dramatic turn due to his son's radical lifestyle choices. Initially supportive of Francis’s pursuits, including his lavish spending and military ambitions, Pietro struggled to accept his son's profound dedication to poverty and service to the poor. This conflict shaped not only their relationship but also contributed to the narrative of Francis’s transformation from a worldly youth to a revered religious figure.