Benedictine abbot and defender of the faith. Born in Canas, Navarre, Spain, circa 1000, he entered the Benedictines at San Millan de Ia Cogolla. He is one of the most beloved saints in Spain, Dominic also rescued Christian slaves from the Moors. Dominic%uFFFDs shrine is noted for its place in the birth of Dominic de Guzman, the founder of the Order of Preachers. Dominic de Guzman%uFFFDs mother begged for a child there. Dominic was also noted for miracles of healing.