Codice prodotto: L10339
Memorial Day: January 28
When did Saint Charlemagne live: 747 - 814
BIOGRAPHY:
Charlemagne, also known as Charles the Great, was born on April 2, 747. As King of the Franks and Lombards and, from 800 onwards, as Roman Emperor, he played a decisive role in unifying large parts of Europe during the Early Middle Ages. He promoted the Carolingian Renaissance, a cultural and intellectual revival, and advocated for educational reforms. Charlemagne was crowned Emperor by Pope Leo III in Rome on December 25, 800. After his death on January 28, 814, in Aachen, he was buried in the Palatine Chapel there.
PATRONAGE:
Charlemagne is the patron saint of the Holy Roman Empire, the city of Aachen, and educational institutions.
SYMBOLISM, DEPICTION:
The symbols of Charlemagne are the scepter, representing his royal authority and secular power, and the globus cruciger, symbolizing his rule over the Christian world.
PATRON SAINT OF:
Karl, Carl, Kalle, Karli, Karlo, Carlo, Charly, Charley, Charles, Karolus, Carlo, Carlino, Carletto, Carluccio, Carolina, Carlotta, Karl der Große, Karl der Grosse, Carlo Magno, Karl der Erste, Carlomagno.