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“Hitherto I have served you as a soldier; allow me now to become a soldier to God. Let the man who is to serve you receive your donative. I am a soldier of Christ; it is not permissible for me to fight.”

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Martin of Tours

Martin of Tours, born in 316 AD and died on November 8, 397 AD, was a prominent saint in Christian history. Known for his strict moral life and remarkable missionary activities, he is revered as a saint in both the Catholic and Orthodox churches. Martin served in the Roman army before retiring due to his faith and dedicating himself to missionary work, which had a profound impact on the spread of Christianity in the West. more

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