An important work in the history of the
Italian literature is his “ the
order of the christian life” written
in Florence in 1333. It is mentioned
as one of the sources of our language
, it ‘s alsothe first catechism
for adults written in italy.
Simon died of the Plague in Rome on February
2nd 1348. Since 1361 his mortal remains,
even though difficult events have always
rested in Cascia, first in S. Augustine’s
chuch, then in the little s. Rita’s
chiurch and in S. Mary’s Collegiate
church. Since 1954 they are rested in
the inferior Basilica, on the right transept
where there is also the Eucharistic Miracle,
one of the most important events of his
sacred life.
The rendered veneration of the Blessed
Simon dates back to 1833 with Pope Gregory’s
XVII’s approval. His name-day is
celebrated on February 16th.
