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Bridget of Sweden, OSsS (c. 1303 – 23 July 1373) born as Birgitta Birgersdotter, also Birgitta of Vadstena (Swedish: heliga Birgitta), was a Swedish widow, mystic, saint, and the founder of the Bridgettines. Outside Sweden, she was also known as the Princess of Nericia and was the mother of Catherine of Vadstena. (Full article...)

Altarpiece in Salem church, Södermanland, Sweden, restored digitally


Attributes: Pilgrim's hat, staff & bag; crown, writing-book.
Patronage: Europe, Sweden, Widows
See also: Philip Evans and John Lloyd, England

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