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Why St. Dymphna Is the Patron of Mental Health: How to minister to those facing mental challenges.
- Source :
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Priest . Aug2024, Vol. 80 Issue 8, p16-20. 4p. - Publication Year :
- 2024
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Abstract
- The article focuses on why St. Dymphna is considered the patron saint of mental health and how her story has influenced this designation. Topics include her martyrdom and defense of her virginity, the miraculous cures associated with her shrine in Geel, and the historical context of her veneration and sainthood.
- Subjects :
- *CHRISTIAN legends
*HISTORY of religion
*MENTAL health
*CANONIZATION
*MARTYRDOM
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Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 00328200
- Volume :
- 80
- Issue :
- 8
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Priest
- Publication Type :
- Periodical
- Accession number :
- 178755159