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Saint Roger of Cannae | |
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| Born | 1060 Cannae,Italy |
| Died | 30 December 1129 Cannae,Italy |
| Venerated in | Catholic Church |
| Feast | December 30 |
| Attributes | eagle,Pontifical vestments |
| Patronage | Barletta |
Saint Roger of Cannae (1060 – December 30, 1129) was anItalian bishop. TheCatholic Church honours him as asaint.
Roger (inItalian:Ruggero di Canne) was elected bishop of the town ofCannae. In 1083, the town was destroyed, with the exception of the cathedral and the episcopal residence, byRobert Guiscard, due to the opposition of the Norman barons.
Roger contributed to the moral and material reconstruction of the ancient city ofApulia, supporting his fellow citizens with the consolations of faith and the material aid.[1]
He carried out the reforms ofPope Gregory VII, lived as an ascetic and provided for the poor. TheCannes Anonymous, an ancient local biographical sources of the 14th century, reveals some aspects of the personality of Roger: "He was very gracious et zealous for the salvation of souls [...] his bishop-house was a purehospiti that was always open to accommodate the pilgrims and poor".
He was present in September 1101 for the re-dedication of the Cathedral of San Sabino inCanosa di Puglia.[2] Some documents of that period show that the bishop was often consulted by popesGelasius II andPaschal II to settle certain questions of law and quell the rivalry between the Churches and the community.[3]
One legend tells that Roger was shadowed by an eagle with his wings on a very hot summer day, when he was on a pilgrimage toMonte Sant'Angelo on the Gargano.
Roger died December 30, 1129 and was buried in the cathedral of Cannae. Shortly after, his relics were taken to the near city ofBarletta, but later returned.[3]
His memorial is celebrated on 30 December, as reported by theRoman Martyrology.
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