August 27
Amadeo (+1159)
Bishop
Practical advice
With simplicity and joy, seek to reconcile two people without increasing the conflict without leaving for tomorrow the good that you can do today.
Biography
A contemporary of San Guerín, he was also a Cistercian. He was a direct disciple of Saint Bernard, who placed him at the head of the abbey of Hautecombe, Savoy. Pope Lucius II relieved him of his position and appointed him bishop of Lausanne, Switzerland.
Example of
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