Saint Thomas Becket
Archbishop of Canterbury murdered in his cathedral for defending the freedom of the Church against the king.
Thomas Becket with King Henry II, English manuscript miniature (Peter of Langtoft's Chronicle), 14th century · British Library (public domain)
Who was Saint Thomas Becket?
Feast day and traditions
St. Thomas Becket, give me courage to put God first, whatever it costs. Amen.
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