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Anthony's Fire, Saint

1910 New Catholic Dictionary

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A form of erysipelas. Miraculous cures having been brought about by the intercession of Saint Anthony, whence the name. The Order of Canons Regular of Saint Anthony was founded, 1090, for the relief of those afflicted with this disease.

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Entry for 'Anthony's Fire, Saint'. 1910 New Catholic Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/​dictionaries/​eng/​ncd/​a/anthonys-fire-saint.html. 1910.
 
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