Saint Adalbert of Prague (Wojciech)

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  • Who was the first saint venerated in Poland?
    Saint Adalbert of Prague, also known as Saint Wojciech.
  • What was Saint Adalbert's role in Prague?
    He became the Bishop of Prague in 983.
  • Why did Saint Adalbert leave Prague?
    He left due to conflicts with the local nobility and resistance to his reforms.
  • Where did Saint Adalbert go for support after leaving Prague?
    He sought support from the Holy Roman Emperor Otto III and Pope Sylvester II.
  • What was the purpose of Saint Adalbert's mission in Poland?
    His mission was to evangelize the pagan Prussians in northern Poland and the Baltic region.
  • How did Saint Adalbert die?

    He was martyred by the pagan Prussians in 997 while conducting his missionary activities.
  • What significant act did King Bolesław I Chrobry perform after Saint Adalbert's death?
    He purchased Adalbert's body and brought it to Gniezno, establishing it as a significant religious centre.
  • When was Saint Adalbert canonized?
    He was canonized by Pope Sylvester II in 999.