Birthdate: January 6, 1256
Sun Sign: Capricorn
Birthplace: Eisleben, Germany
Died: November 17, 1302
Gertrude the Great was a German Benedictine nun and mystic renowned for her profound spiritual insights and unwavering devotion to God. She devoted her life to prayer, meditation, and serving at the Helfta monastery. Through her writings and teachings, she conveyed her deep encounters with divine love and contemplation, encouraging others to strengthen their connection with God. Gertrude’s significant contributions to the Catholic Church have resulted in her canonization as a saint, with her feast day observed on November 16. The Episcopal Church also commemorates her on November 21.
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