Oda of Brabant
Oda of Brabant (also called Oda of Anderlues; 1134–1158) was a Belgian prioress of the 12th century, commonly revered as a saint.
Oda of Brabant | |
|---|---|
| Prioress | |
| Born | 1134 Anderlues, Belgium |
| Died | 1158 (aged 23–24) Rivroelles, Belgium |
| Venerated in | Roman Catholic Church |
| Feast | 20 April |
Life
Oda was born to a noble family from the Brabant region of Belgium. In order to avoid an arranged marriage to a young nobleman, she disfigured her face. Her family then allowed her to follow the religious vocation she desired. She became a Premonstratensian nun at Rivroelles, eventually becoming prioress there.[1]
Veneration
Although Oda's cultus has never been formally confirmed, popular devotion continues. Her feast day is 20 April.[1]
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References
- Jones, Terry. "Oda". Patron Saints Index. Retrieved 2007-04-20.
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