Encyclopedic Dictionary of Bible and Theology

Sanyasi A Hindu ascetic of the most extreme kind, who assumes a state of silence, and gives up the use of fire, eats little, and asks but once in the day for food. At the time, says the Code of Manu, when the smoke of the kitchen fires has ceased, when the pestle lies motionless, … Continue reading “Sanyasi”

Sanuto, Mirino Called Torsello, an Italian chronicler, was born at Venice in the latter part of the 13th century. He was of an ancient family, which, under the name of Candiani, had for years occupied an important position in the republic. In early life he traveled extensively in the East, explored Cyprus, Rhodes, Armenia and … Continue reading “Sanuto, Mirino”

Santos, Joatilde;o dos Dominican missionary in India and Africa, b. at Evora, Portugal; d. at Goa in 1622. His book “Ethiopia Oriental” is the best description of the Portuguese occupation of Africa at the end of the sixteenth century, when Portugal was at the zenith of her power there. His account of the manners and … Continue reading “Santos, Joatilde;o dos”

Santos, Joao Dos A Portuguese missionary, was born at Evora, in the latter part of the 16th century. Belonging to the Order of St. Dominic, he obtained permission in 1596 to carry the Gospel to Eastern Africa. He traveled through Caffraria, the coast of Natal, Sofala, Mozambique, and penetrated some distance into the interior. After … Continue reading “Santos, Joao Dos”

Santoro, Andrea Profile Priest of the vicariate of Rome. Missionary to Turkey in the Fidei Donum program. Murdered in church, reportedly as an anti-Christian attack. Preliminary work is underway on his Cause for Canonization has been introduced, and an examination into his possible martyrdom. Born 7 September 1945 in Priverno, Latina, Italy Died shot from … Continue reading “Santoro, Andrea”

Santo Volto (hol countenance). SEE HOLY HANDKERCHIEF. Fuente: Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

Santo Tomas, University of Manila, Philippines. Founded in 1611 by Miguel de Benavides, O.P. Confirmed as a pontifical university in 1645, and a royal university in 1680. Faculties of theology, law, philosophy, medicine, pharmacy, engineering, education, liberal arts; central preparatory and major seminary. Conducted by the Dominicans. They maintain a web site . Fuente: New … Continue reading “Santo Tomas, University of”

Santo Domingo, Archdiocese of (SANCTI DOMINICI) Erected on 8 August, 1511, by Julius II who by the Bull “Pontifex Romanus” on that date established also the Sees of Concepción de la Vega and of San Juan of Porto Rico. Three prelates, who had been appointed to the sees comprising the ecclesiastical province created previously (1504) … Continue reading “Santo Domingo, Archdiocese of”

Santo Domingo Republic occupying the eastern part of the island of Haiti, in the West Indies; estimated area, 19,332 square miles. The island was discovered in 1492 by Columbus who named it Hispaniola, and in 1513 the See of Santo Domingo, the oldest bishopric in the New World, was established by Leo X, and erected … Continue reading “Santo Domingo”

Santini, Giovanni Sante Gaspero Astronomer, b. at Caprese in Tuscany, 30 Jan., 1787; d. at Padua, 26 June, 1877. He received his first instruction from his parental uncle, the Abate Giovanni Battista Santini. This excellent teacher implanted at the same time the deep religious sentiments which Santini preserved throughout his life. After finishing his philosophical … Continue reading “Santini, Giovanni Sante Gaspero”