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Nicholas of Flüe (German: Niklaus von Flüe; 1417 – 21 March 1487) was a Swiss hermit and ascetic who is the patron saint of Switzerland. He is sometimes invoked as Brother Klaus . A farmer, military leader, member of the assembly, councillor, judge and mystic, he was respected as a man of complete moral integrity.
History. St Nicholas of Flüe could take first place in the Swiss hall of fame. Nicholas of Flüe, also known as Brother Klaus, was a legendary figure in his lifetime and remains one to this day. Portrait of a peacemaker who is admired far beyond Switzerland's borders. Publication date May 19th, 2021.
Saint Nicholas of Flüe (born March 21?, 1417, Flüeli, near Sachseln, Obwalden, Switzerland—died March 21, 1487, Ranft; canonized 1947; feast day in Switzerland September 25, elsewhere March 21) was a hermit, popular saint, and Swiss folk hero. His intervention in a conflict between cantonal factions over the admission of Fribourg and ...
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St. Nicholas of Flue. Had Nicholas not been a saint, or had he eaten and drunk like other saints, Switzerland with all it has meant for peace and humanity would probably not exist today. For Nicholas's entire life was ordained in view of his vocation to save his country.
May 21, 2019 · Catholic Resources. Saints Stories for All Ages. Saint Nicholas of Flue. Feast day March 22. Printer Friendly. The Swiss affectionately call St.Nicholas of Flue “BrotherKlaus.” They revere him as a great holy man and political counselor, who contributed significantly to the formation of their peace-loving nation.
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Raised to the altars on May 15, 1947, St. Nicholas of Flüe became the principal patron Saint of Switzerland where his liturgical solemnity is celebrated on September 25. A spectacle of love for the Angels and of admiration for men, this exceptional man had his eyes continually turned towards Heaven, without ever neglecting to fulfil the ...
6 days ago · St. Nicholas of Flue. Today, the universal church celebrates the feast of St. Nicholas of Flue. During his lifetime, the Swiss saint had 10 children, became a hermit and later prevented a civil ...
