Saint Martin de Porres: A Detailed Look at His Life
Saint Martin de Porres was a remarkable figure in both the history of the Catholic Church and society in the early 17th century. Born in Lima, Peru, on December 9, 1579, he was the illegitimate son of a Spanish nobleman and a freed slave of African and Native American descent. His humble origins shaped his life, and he became renowned for his devotion to the poor, the sick, and the less fortunate.
