A selection of art, statues and images of St Casimir of Poland. He is usually portrayed as a crowned noble with lilies signifying his purity.
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Grandson to the first royal advocate of Christianity in 15th Century Poland, Casimir was raised second son to the throne. He was tutored by a man adept in politics and rich in religion, which showed from his early years. A rebel faction in Hungary requested his leadership against their king, and at the age of 13, his father sent him to lead war. Outnumbered, with unpaid troops deserting, the campaign failed and Casimir returned to spend his time in prayer, study and care of the poor. He died at 23. Meet Casimir
