Maniyangattu Mathai Kathanar
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| Born | July 1, 1881 Akalakunnam panchayat, Kottayam district, Kerala, India |
| Died | December 30, 1948 (aged 67) |
| Nationality | India |
Maniyangattu Mathai Kathanar Born July 1,1881 in Akalakunnam panchayat, Kottayam district, Kerala, India. Ordination December 29,1910 First Qurbana December 30,1910 Death December 30,1948 He was vicar in following church St. John Nepunsen Church, Kozhuvanal St. Antony’s Church, Chengalam St. Marys Church, Muzhoor St. George Church, Thalayolaparambu Infant Jesus Church, Elikulam Infant Jesus Church, Thodanal St. Joseph Church, Paika Holy Cross Church, Elangoi St. Mary’s Church, Paingalam Sacred Heart Church, Pangada St. Xavier’s Church, Vilakkumadam
He fought against the untouchability prevailed in those times. He fought against the discrimination in the church based on the money He introduced novena of st.antony in chengalam church He started jubily thirunal in Paika church. He was a saintly syro malabar catholic priest.
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Maniyangattu Mathai Kathanar was indeed a significant figure in the Syro-Malabar Catholic Church known for his efforts against untouchability and discrimination. Born on July 1, 1881, he was ordained as a priest on December 29, 1910. The following day, on December 30, 1910, he celebrated his first Qurbana.
Throughout his pastoral service, Maniyangattu Mathai Kathanar served as a vicar in several churches, including:
St. John Nepunsen Church, Kozhuvanal St. Antony’s Church, Chengalam St. Mary's Church, Muzhoor St. George Church, Thalayolaparambu Infant Jesus Church, Elikulam Infant Jesus Church, Thodanal St. Joseph Church, Paika Holy Cross Church, Elangoi St. Mary’s Church, Paingalam Sacred Heart Church, Pangada St. Xavier’s Church, Vilakkumadam Maniyangattu Mathai Kathanar actively fought against the prevailing untouchability during his time and worked towards eliminating discrimination within the church based on financial status. His commitment to social justice and equality is reflected in his efforts to address these issues within the church community.
Additionally, he introduced the novena of St. Antony in Chengalam Church, showcasing his dedication to spiritual practices and devotions. Furthermore, he initiated the jubilee celebrations (jubily thirunal) in Paika Church, emphasizing the importance of commemorating significant milestones in the church's history.
Maniyangattu Mathai Kathanar passed away on December 30, 1948. His legacy continues to be remembered and celebrated within the Syro-Malabar Catholic community, recognizing his saintly qualities and contributions to social justice within the church.
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