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Gregory of Khandzta

Christian saint

SaintPrincipality of IberiaPre-congregation
Born
759
Died
861
Beatified
not needed: before formal processes
Canonised
By tradition
recognised before formal processes began

Who they were

Gregory of Khandzta (Georgian: გრიგოლ ხანძთელი, romanized: grigol khandzteli; 5 October 759 – 18 October 861) was a Georgian monk, ecclesiastical leader, and cultural figure in the historical region of Tao‑Klarjeti. He is regarded as a central figure in the revival of Georgian monasticism and the establishment of numerous monasteries that became centres of learning, manuscript production, and spiritual life.

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The miracles

Limited information available on this saint.

Why that counted as sanctity

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Sources

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