Blessed Justo Takayama
Tiny Saints
- January 14, 2020
Brand:
Tiny Saints
UPC # 641427587011
Product Description
When Christianity was brought to Japan in the late 1500s by Jesuit missionaries, Justo Takayama and his family converted and were baptized. Takayama, a nobleman, became a samurai warrior and a daimyō (governor). During fierce anti-Christian persecution, Takayama lost his position and lands, and was exiled to the Philippines with his wife and children. Despite his sufferings, he remained faithful and humble, and even converted many others to Christianity.
Feast Day: February 3
Patronage: Japanese Immigrants, Persecuted Christians