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November 16

José Moscati (1880–1927)

Doctor or healthcare personnel

Brilliant Italian doctor who dedicated himself in Naples to caring for the poor of that city and to his university duties.

Biography

In the waiting room of his office there was a basket and a sign that said: “If you have it, leave what you want; if you don't have it, take it.” He shone for his heroic charity, his great generosity in medical service and his modesty. He was canonized in 1987.

Practical advice

With the desire to sanctify everyday life, renounce a pleasure to materially help another person with external order and internal meditation.

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CharityCare for the sickLove for the poor

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