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Sint-Catharinakerk

Grote Kerkstraat
Maaseik
Miracles accumulated in the life of the noble Catherine. Now she is remembered in many places, including in Maaseik. The young Catherine had to renounce her faith in Christ by Emperor Maxentius, but did not let herself be walked over and refused.

Instead, she converted fifty of the king's philosophers to Christianity. Emperor Maxentius is literally and figuratively at her feet in many images.

Moreover, because of her mystical marriage, she is the protector of all people who wear a wedding ring. It is said that the baby Jesus himself put a ring on her finger because she wanted him as a husband.

As a protector of noble ladies, she is certainly no stranger to this region. The Catharina altar in Susteren is already known as far back as Susteren's documentation goes back.

Catharina is also honored in Maaseik, Belgium, by means of a special silver statue in baroque style, which does justice to her wonderful life. The church itself, with its striking copper-green tower and beautiful stucco, is also highly recommended.
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