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Beatrice of Silva, Dominican nun

Historical image related to Beatrice of Silva, Dominican nun from August 16, 1492

Beatrice of Silva

Christian saint

Beatrice of Silva, born Beatriz de Menezes da Silva, was a Portuguese noblewoman who became the foundress of the monastic Order of the Immaculate Conception. Amadeus of Portugal's younger sister, she is honored as a saint by the Roman Catholic Church.
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August 16

Day of the year

August 16 is the 228th day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 137 days remain until the end of the year.
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