Thomas Merton
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About
Poet, mystic, and social activist who was a Trappist monk of the Abbey of Gethsemani, Kentucky. He studied comparative religion.
Before Fame
He loved to write, travel, and paint growing up. He underwent his ordination to the priesthood in 1949, after which he was acknowledged as Father Louis.
Trivia
He claimed it was crucial to humanity to accept and understand other people's religions.
Family Life
His parents were named Ruth Jenkins and Owen Merton.
Associated With
He and Elizabeth Ann Seton were both internationally renowned Catholics, with Seton being the initial founder of Catholic schools.
