Aloysius Gonzaga

Saint Aloysius Gonzaga was an Italian Jesuit who lived in the 16th century. Born into a noble family, he renounced his inheritance and title to join the Society of Jesus. He was known for his deep piety, charity, and devotion to the sick, especially during the plague in Rome. Aloysius died at the young age of 23 while caring for plague victims, and he is venerated as the patron saint of youth and students.