The Saint of the day November 16 is Santa Geltrude the Great, which name day is celebrated and other saints who are celebrated on this date.

Santa Geltrude the Great

Geltrude was born in 1256 in Thuringia probably in Eisleben, a city located north-west of Leipzig.

Of the period concerning her childhood, there is only news regarding an event that gave a turning point in her life, that is the still childish entry into the Cistercian monastery of Helfta in Saxony, where she diligently completed her studies, with particular attention paid to the subjects of letters and philosophy.

This intense dedication to the study of Geltrude was also favored by the intense cultural climate that was breathed in that monastery, thanks above all to the presence of some nuns with strong teaching skills to young women.

Completely consecrated to God, she walked the path of perfection in a wonderful way, dedicating herself to prayer and contemplation.

He died on November 17, 1301.

Other saints and celebrations on 16 November

• Saint Margaret of Scotland

Queen and widow

• Saint Agnes of Assisi
• Saints Augustine and Felicita

Martyrs

• Sant’Edmondo Rich

Archbishop of Canterbury



• Blessed Edward Osbaldeston

Martyr

• Saint Eucherio of Lyon

Bishop

Recommended readings
• November 14: saint of the day, name day
• November 16: saint of the day, name day
• November 5: saint of the day, name day
• November 1: saint of the day, name day
• November 25: saint of the day, name day
• Saints Lusore and Leucadio
• Sant ’Otmaro di San Gallo

Abbot

St. Margaret Mary Alacoque. Saint of the Day. October 16. Sacred Heart of Jesus. (April 2024)