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.
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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