Timeline of Saint Rose of Lima
1586 - Birth
- Born on April 20, 1586, in Lima, Peru, as Isabel Flores de Oliva.
- Her family nicknamed her "Rose" after a maid reportedly saw her face transform into a rose during her infancy.
1590s - Childhood Devotion
- Rose demonstrated an early inclination toward piety, spending hours in prayer and fasting as a child.
- She was inspired by the life of Saint Catherine of Siena and sought to emulate her spiritual practices.
1597 - Early Acts of Mortification
- At the age of 11, Rose began to practice self-discipline by fasting and using coarse garments, showing her growing commitment to asceticism.
1602 - Vow of Virginity
- Rose formally consecrated her virginity to God, rejecting all suitors.
- To deter attention, she cut her hair short and rubbed pepper and lime on her face to mar her beauty.
1603 - Rejection of Material Wealth
- Rose turned down opportunities to live in comfort, choosing instead a small cell in her family’s garden where she could pray and meditate.
1606 - Entry into the Third Order of Saint Dominic
- Rose became a tertiary member of the Dominican Order, dedicating her life to prayer, penance, and works of charity while remaining a layperson.
1607 - Mystical Visions and Ecstasies
- Rose began to experience mystical visions of Jesus and the Virgin Mary. These were often accompanied by long hours of prayer and fasting.
1610 - Establishment of Charity Work
- She transformed her family’s property into a place of refuge for the poor and sick, providing food, clothing, and herbal remedies.
1612 - Spiritual Struggles and Triumphs
- Rose endured great physical and spiritual suffering, offering her pain for the salvation of souls and the Church.
- She wore a silver crown with small spikes on the inside as a symbolic imitation of Christ’s crown of thorns.
1615 - Prophesies and Miracles
- Rose gained a reputation for foretelling events and performing miracles during her lifetime.
- Her sanctity attracted visitors, though she remained humble and sought solitude.
1617 - Death
- Saint Rose passed away on August 24, 1617, at the age of 31, after a prolonged illness.
- Her funeral drew thousands of mourners, and miracles were reported at her grave.
1618-1619 - Posthumous Miracles
- Numerous miracles were attributed to her intercession after her death, solidifying her reputation for sanctity.
1667 - Beatification
- Rose was beatified by Pope Clement IX on April 15, 1667, marking the official recognition of her holiness.
1671 - Canonization
- She was canonized by Pope Clement X on April 12, 1671, becoming the first saint of the Americas.
Feast Day
- Her feast day is observed on August 23 in most regions and August 30 in Peru and parts of Latin America.
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