Saint Thomas of Villanova: proximity to his relics cures a sick woman. Engraving.

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11665i
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"A young woman in the 26th year of life, eaten away by foul ulcers, and close to death, escapes unhurt in the presence of the relilcs of Saint Thomas" (translation of lettering). A medallion with a portrait of the saint is held next to the woman's face. Above, Thomas of Villanova as Archbishop of Valencia gives his blessing. Right, a priest with a candle who has come to deliver the last rites leaves the room

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Iuvencula XXVI vitae anno foedis exesa ulceribus, ac morti iam proxima ad S. Thomae reliquias evadit incolumis.

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Wellcome Collection 11665i

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