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Francis de Sales

French bishop, saint, writer and Doctor of the Church (1567-1622)

Francis de Sales was born on August 31, 1567 in Thorens-Glières, France and died on December 28, 1622, aged 55.

Born

August 31, 1567

Francis de Sales died aged 55.

Died: December 28, 1622

Source:

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Original calendar: Julian. Displayed date is Gregorian.

Birthplace
Thorens-Glières, France
Birthplace detail
Born at Château de Sales
Professions
theologian, Catholic bishop, Catholic priest, writer

More about Francis de Sales

Zodiac sign
Virgo

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Questions people ask

How old was Francis de Sales when they died?

Francis de Sales died aged 55.

When is Francis de Sales’s birthday?

Francis de Sales’s recorded birthday is August 31.

Where was Francis de Sales born?

Francis de Sales was born in Thorens-Glières, France.

When did Francis de Sales die?

Francis de Sales died on December 28, 1622.