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saint thomas a becket (n)
(Roman Catholic Church) archbishop of Canterbury from 1162 to 1170; murdered following his opposition to Henry II's attempts to control the clergy (1118-1170)
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- Saint Thomas à Becket was the Archbishop of Canterbury during the reign of Henry II.
- Becket's conflict with Henry II over the rights of the Church led to his exile and eventual martyrdom.
- Becket's shrine in Canterbury Cathedral became a popular pilgrimage destination.
- Becket is considered a saint by both the Catholic and Anglican churches.
- His feast day is celebrated on December 29th.
- Becket's assassination in 1170 caused a major scandal and led to Henry II's public penance.
- Becket's life and death have been the subject of numerous works of literature and art.
- He is often depicted in art with a sword through his head, symbolizing his martyrdom.
- Becket's legacy as a defender of the Church's independence has made him a symbol of resistance to tyranny.
- Pope Alexander III canonized Becket as a saint in 1173.
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(Roman Catholic Church) archbishop of Canterbury from 1162 to 1170; murdered following his opposition to Henry II's attempts to control the clergy (1118-1170)
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Saint Thomas à Becket was the Archbishop of Canterbury during the reign of Henry II.
Becket's conflict with Henry II over the rights of the Church led to his exile and eventual martyrdom.
Becket's shrine in Canterbury Cathedral became a popular pilgrimage destination.
Becket is considered a saint by both the Catholic and Anglican churches.
