Rutilio Grande
Rutilio Grande was a Jesuit priest and social activist in El Salvador whose work focused on the rights of the poor and marginalized. He was assassinated in 1977, and his death was a pivotal moment that influenced Monseñor Romero's activism and commitment to social justice, making Grande a martyr in the cause for human rights.
Born on Jul 05, 1928 (96 years old)
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El Salvador:
Father Rutilio Grande was beatified by Pope Francis in 2022.
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El Salvador:
Father Rutilio Grande was beatified by Pope Francis in 2022.
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El Salvador:
Rutilio Grande is remembered as a priest who inspired Monseñor Romero in his fight for social justice.
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El Salvador:
Rutilio Grande was a religious leader who inspired faith and was assassinated for his pastoral work.
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El Salvador:
Rutilio Grande was a Jesuit priest who was assassinated for defending the poor and denouncing injustices.
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El Salvador:
Rutilio Grande was a priest who was assassinated for his outspoken views against social injustices.
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El Salvador:
The assassination of Rutilio Grande is referenced in the narrative of the novel Pupilo Petaca.
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