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Saint Dominic

Also known as Santo Domingo de Guzmán, Saint Dominic established the Order of the Friars Preachers. His experiences in France, Italy and his birthplace in Spain would influence his philosophy for the order.

Saint Dominic

This Who's Who Profile offers quick facts, a concise biography and further resources for the study of Saint Dominic.

St. Dominic

Thorough overview by John B. O'Conner at the Catholic Encyclopedia.

The Life of St. Dominic

Substantial biography by Fr. Gregory Anderson at the Dominican Central website.

Saint Dominic Founder of the Friars Preachers, Confessor—1170-1221

Excerpt from "Lives of Saints", Published by John J. Crawley & Co., Inc., at the EWTN.

St. Dominic

Extensive biography at the Lay Dominicans website.

Order of Preachers

Comprehensive history of the order, its origins and goals by P. Mandonnet at the Catholic Encyclopedia

Dominican Principles of Spirituality

Extensive examination of Dominican ideas by Pie Regamey, O.P. Vanilla text.

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