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How St. Elizabeth of Hungary honored Jesus as King

Elizabeth of Hungary
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Philip Kosloski - published on 11/17/21
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St. Elizabeth couldn't bear to wear a crown when in the presence of the King of kings.

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St. Elizabeth of Hungary was a princess of the Kingdom of Hungary, and though her role provided her much comfort and power over people, she knew the true source of her leadership.

Pope Benedict XVI reflected on St. Elizabeth's life in a general audience in 2010, where he highlighted the humility of this royal princess.

St. Elizabeth spent her life in the service of others, imitating Jesus, the King of kings. She did not seek to abuse her power, but to use it for the advantage of the poor and most vulnerable.

Her example of profound humility as a royal princess reminds us of how we can honor Jesus as King in our own lives, imitating his example and using our own resources for the good of all.

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