In search of God through prayer and solitude

Leonard was born at the end of the 5th century in a castle near Orléans, in what is now France. His family, connected to the Frankish court, had ancient roots and probably Roman origins. He received solemn baptism from Saint Remigius, Bishop of Reims, who became a deeply influential spiritual guide for him. Clovis, King of the Franks, served as his godfather and granted him the power to free prisoners whom he deemed innocent; Leonard used this privilege to help many oppressed people.