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Saint David I of Scotland — Saint of the Day

May 24, 2007 | 3 Comments

ST. DAVID I OF SCOTLANDDavid was born in 1080. He was the youngest son of St. Margaret, queen of Scotland, and her good husband, King Malcom. David himself became king when he was about forty. Those who knew him well saw how little he wanted to accept the royal crown. But once he was king, he was a very good one.

St. David ruled his kingdom with great justice. He was very charitable to the poor. All of his subjects were free to visit him whenever they desired. He gave everyone a good example with his own love of prayer. Under this holy king, the people of Scotland united more closely into one nation. They became better Christians.

King David established new dioceses. He built many new monasteries. He gave much money to the Church during his rule of about twenty years.

Two days before he died, he received the last sacraments. He spent his time praying with those attending him. The next day, they urged him to rest. King David answered, “Let me think about the things of God, instead, so that my soul may be strengthened on its trip from exile to home.” By home, the saint meant our heavenly home. “When I stand before God’s judgment seat, you will not be able to answer for me or defend me,” he said. “No one will be able to deliver me from his hand.” So he kept on praying right up until he died. St. David died on May 24, 1153.


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  1. Br. Michael Anthony on May 24, 2007 10:47 am

    “Let me think about the things of God, instead, so that my soul may be strengthened on its trip from exile home.”-St. David of Scotland

  2. Sharee on August 23, 2009 2:12 am

    Dear God,
    I didn’t mean to go beyond the point of forgiveness with Jonn Harton of Glasgow,Scotland and I just wish him to forgive me because I love this man and I was so selfish before, but I feel so empty without my friend now. Nothing in life is a guarantee and love is an act of free will, but I wish him to be my husband one day if Heaven permits it. But if we are not meant to be, I still wish my friend back to my life. Amen.

  3. Emmett on September 16, 2009 3:33 pm

    Please have your congregation or prayer team pray that
    Christ Will Purify Carey’s Heart.And Open Her Eyes
    onceagain. So that she can forgive. So that she can return
    to Christ Jesus.She has turned her back on God.
    She is a Christian. But marring a bartender.
    Please also pray for the salvation of Mandy And Lory.
    God Bless
    Joe

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