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Encyclopedia of Religion entry for

Celestinian Hermits

A branch of the Franciscans (q.v.). The institution, which was named after Pope Celestine V. who authorized it, grew out of a desire to practice with greater strictness the rule of St. Francis.

citations: Encyc. of Rel., Canney

article created 2006-04-12 , last updated 2006-04-12

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