Martin of Tours was Bishop of Tours, whose shrine in France became a famous stopping-point for pilgrims going down the path to Santiago de Compostela in Spain. He has become one of the most familiar and recognizable Christian saints.
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Saint Martin of Tours cutting his cloak in two, c.1500, Tempera colors on parchmentJean Bourdichon French (1457 - 1521) |
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Martin of Tours was Bishop of Tours, whose shrine in France became a famous stopping-point for pilgrims going down the path to Santiago de Compostela in Spain. He has become one of the most familiar and recognizable Christian saints. |
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