Saint Michael's Church (Leuven)

Belgium / Flamisch Brabant / Leuven / Naamsestraat, 57A
 Baroque (architecture), listed building / architectural heritage, Roman Catholic church, architectural heritage, 17th century construction
Saint Michael's Church (1650-1666) in the typical Jesuit Baroque style. Protected architectural heritage (ID: 42131)
Saint Michael the Archangel is referenced in the Old Testament and has been part of Christian teachings since the earliest times. In Catholic writings and traditions he acts as the defender of the Church and chief opponent of Satan, and assists persons at the hour of death. A widely used "Prayer to Saint Michael" was brought into official use by Pope Leo XIII in 1886 and was recommended by Pope John Paul II in 1994. The feast day of the archangels Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael is September 29.
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Wikipedia article: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Saint_Michael_(Roman_Catholic)
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Coordinates:   50°52'34"N   4°42'3"E
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