Santo de los enfermeros: La enfermería celebra el día de su patrón

San Juan de Dios, el patrón de enfermería

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Miércoles, 8 de marzo de 2017

Hoy, 8 de marzo, se celebra el día del patrón de enfermería, San Juan de Dios.

Este santo velaba cada día para que los enfermos acogidos en su hospital recibieran una adecuada atención, siempre desde la visión de los cuidados enfermeros.

San Juan de Dios abordó con eficacia la organización de los espacios asistenciales mediante la clasificación de los enfermos por género, grupos etarios y enfermedades, algo impropio en su tiempo pero que él supo invocar y aplicar desde la perspectiva de la enfermería.

¿Quién fue San Juan de Dios?

San Juan de Dios es un santo portugués, enfermero y el fundador de la Orden Hospitalaria que lleva su nombre.

João Cidade Duarte era su nombre de pila. También conocido «como Juan de los Enfermos» y como «Juancho» por sus conocidos españoles.

Este sanitario desarrolló métodos de atención pioneros en su época como la atención integral de la persona necesitada, respetando su dignidad y defendiendo sus derechos.

cuidados enfermeros, Enfermero, patrón de enfermería, San Juan de Dios

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La patrona de las enfermeras y el primer mrtir de Mjico (Mc. 1, 24)

Oímos en el Evangelio del 4o. domingo de Tiempo Ordinario que un hombre endemoniado gritó atemorrizado a Jesús: “Sé quién eres” (Mc. 1, 24). Conociendo al Señor quiso apartarse de Él porque, nos explica S. León: “Nunca una vida manchada podrá contemplar el esplendor de la luz verdadera, pues aquello mismo que constituirá el gozo de las almas limpias será el castigo de las que estén manchadas. ” Por eso nos dice S. Agustín que a los demonios el Señor

“se dio a conocer según quiso, y quiso cuanto convino. No se dio a conocer como a los santos ángeles que, participando de su eternidad, gozan de El como Verbo que es. Se dio a conocer como debía para aterrarlos y librar de su tiránico poder a los predestinados.”

Como observó Noby en un comentario la semana pasada: “La luz del Señor desconcierta, y vacía de la vieja luz, que no es más que tiniebla”.

Los santos de hoy, al contrario que los demonios, al conocer al Señor en esta vida hicieron todo lo posible para poder verle en la siguiente. “El amor no descansa mientras no ve lo que ama; por eso los santos estimaban en poco cualquier recompensa, mientras no viesen a Dios. Por eso el amor que ansia ver a Dios se ve impulsado, por encima de todo discernimiento, por el deseo ardiente de encontrarse con el.” (S. Pedro Crisólogo) Por eso, contra toda expectativa, aceptaron el martirio con alegría en su juventud.

El Señor dijo en las bienaventuranzas que los puros de corazón verán a Dios, y así vivió Sta. Águeda (230-251), que fue martirizada a los 21 años por consagrar su virginidad al Señor en vez de aceptar las propuestas de matrimonio de un gobernador. Éste pensaba que ella era débil y que no aguantaría la tortura, pero la santa, aún entre torturas y llamas “no dejaba de recordar y meditar continuamente la muerte de su ardiente enamorado, como si la tuviera presente ante sus ojos.” (S. Metodio) Quizás es considerada la Patrona de las Enfermeras porque se piensa que tras sufrir muchos tormentos fue curada milagrosamente antes de sufrir su martirio definitivo. Nos enseña la santa “con su ejemplo a que todos pongamos el máximo empeño en llegar sin demora al bien verdadero, que es sólo Dios.” (S. Metodio)

S. Felipe de Jesús (1572-1597), a los ojos del mundo, tampoco parecía que confesaría su fe hasta su muerte (a los 24 años). Era el mayor de once hijos de inmigrantes españoles en Méjico y de pequeño era tan inquieto y travieso que su madre solía decir: “Dios te haga un santo”, a lo cual respondía su nana que sería cuando la higuera seca del patio volviera a florecer. Se cuenta que a su muerte así pasó, pero no daba tales indicios cuando salió de un convento franciscano y decidió ir a las Islas Filipinas para buscar fortuna a los 21 años. Pero, allí es donde finalmente se hizo franciscano.

En 1596, porque no había obispos en Filipinas, S. Felipe embarcó para volver a México y ordenarse allí, pero un mes después naufragó en Japón. Fue a un convento franciscano, donde todos los frailes fueron arrestados con unos cristianos japoneses. Cuando el capitán de su barco intentó liberarle diciendo que era un náufrago que iba a Méjico, el santo quiso correr la misma suerte que los demás frailes. Los que llegaron de Filipinas fueron condenados a morir traspasados por lanzas tras colgar de cruces con argollas de hierro. Les cortaron parte de la oreja izquierda y les forzaron a viajar en invierno por un mes de Tokyo a Nagasaki.

Allí S. Felipe fue el primero en morir (por lo tanto el protomártir de Japón) mientras repetía el nombre de Jesús. Su madre asistió a la beatificación de este primer santo mejicano, Patrono de la Ciudad de Méjico, y hay una iglesia en Japón dedicada a él cerca de la colina donde murieron esos primeros mártires de Japón.

Que repitiendo el Santo Nombre de Jesús como los mártires de hoy conozcamos mejor al Señor en esta vida y lleguemos a contemplarle cara a cara en la siguiente.

[Fuente de citas de santos: Antología de Textos para hacer oración y para la meditación por Francisco Fernández Carvajal y citas de Sta. Águeda: www.corazones.org]

Pregunta del día [Puede dejar su respuesta en los comentarios]: ¿Qué otros santos canonizados dieron de pequeños la impresión de que no llegarían a serlo?

Mañana: S. Pablo Miki y Compañeros, mártires – “alcanzando la comarca entera de Galilea” (Mc. 1, 28)

22 best attractions of Segovia – description and photos

Segovia is a city with a rich historical past and cultural heritage. Almost through the center of Segovia runs a monumental Roman aqueduct. This is the most famous landmark of Segovia, it is also home to the fortress-palace Alcazar, whose history is intertwined with the medieval Spanish royal family. It was the home of kings and queens, and because of its fabulously beautiful towers, it is one of the most beautiful castles in Spain. nine0003

The city also boasts many tall medieval Romanesque churches as well as sumptuous Renaissance palaces. All this is on top of a cliff, which is bordered by two river valleys.

Segovia Aqueduct

Segovia Aqueduct.

This amazing building is considered one of the greatest Roman monuments in Europe. The aqueduct is the emblem of Segovia. Outside the city there is another 15 kilometers of the aqueduct. Until the 1800s, he continued to transport water to Segovia from the Frio River. nine0003

The structure was built in the 1st century during the reign of Emperor Domitian. Surprisingly, the stones in it are held together more by gravity than by mortar, of which there is very little. You can walk along the aqueduct along Almira Street, and then go down the hill to Azuguego Square. In this place, it looks especially beautiful in the photo, here it reaches 28.5 meters in height.

Address: Acueducto de Segovia, Plaza del Azoguejo, Segovia, Spain. nine0003

Alcazar of Segovia

Alcazar of Segovia.

The Alcazar is a famous palace perched high on a cliff. It is of Roman and Moorish origins, but its fabulous Renaissance dates back to the 16th century, during the reign of Philip II. The Alcazar was home to many Castilian monarchs. In the 15th century, this palace belonged to Queen Isabella.

During a tour of the palace, you will be able to see the Throne Room and the Hall of the Kings, under the ceiling of which there is a gilded frieze depicting all the rulers of Spain from the 7th century (when the reign of Pelagius of Asturias) to the 16th century (the period of the reign of Juan la Loca) . For an additional fee, visitors can climb the stone spiral staircase to the top of the famous Torre de Juan II tower, which offers a magnificent view of Segovia, as well as the Guadarrama mountains. nine0003

Address: Alcázar of Segovia, Plaza Reina Victoria Eugenia, Segovia, Spain.

Segovia Cathedral

Segovia Cathedral.

In 1520, during the uprising of the Comuneros, the old cathedral of Segovia was destroyed. The new cathedral was erected in the former Jewish quarter, at a distance from the Alcazar, where it was completely safe.

Although the Cathedral was built during the Renaissance, this majestic building is built in an old-fashioned Gothic style, which is why it is considered one of the newest original Gothic buildings in Europe. nine0003

If you are in this cathedral, be sure to wander around the chapels – here you can see many paintings, sculptures and sarcophagi. Also worth a visit is the monastery and museum, where you will find paintings by the artist Pedro Berruguete (15th-century Renaissance painter).

Address: Segovia Cathedral, Calle Marqués del Arco, Segovia, Spain.

City wall

City wall.

As you may have noticed, the steep terrain of Segovia allowed its inhabitants to be well fortified and protected from attacks. After the Christians conquered the city from the Moors in 1088, King Alfonso VI decided to improve the city’s defenses and built a city wall. Today, with the help of a guide, you can still trace the contours of this three-kilometer wall. nine0003

There are five gates in the wall. There are also a number of houses that were also involved in the defense and therefore have fortified walls and towers. The best preserved area is located to the west of the cathedral, around the gates of San Andrés. From this place you can climb the ramparts, from where you can see the Clamores valley and the place where there was once a Jewish necropolis.

Address: Puerta de San Andrés, Plaza Socorro, Segovia, Spain.

Observation deck Mirador de la Pradera de San Marcos

View from the observation deck Mirador de la Pradera de San Marcos. | Photo: Lawrence OP / Flickr.

From this small clearing, next to the Eresma River opposite the Mint, you can enjoy the best view of the Alcázar, which seems to float above the tree line.

Many tourists stop at this place to take pictures of the northern part of the palace.

This park is adjacent to the small church of San Marcos. It’s most beautiful here in the spring. Come here for a picnic and admire one of Spain’s most colorful cultural treasures sparkling in the sunlight. nine0003

Address: Mirador de la Pradera de San Marcos, Calle de San Marcos, Segovia, Spain.

Museum of Segovia

Museum of Segovia. | Photo: Emilio / Flickr.

For a closer look at the rich history of the city of Segovia, be sure to visit the Casa de Sol Museum, one of the fortified buildings in the city wall. The museum’s exhibition features more than 1,500 exhibits that span several thousand years.

So, here you can see Roman mosaics, religious sculptures, Renaissance paintings and coins of all eras. One of the earliest and most exciting exhibits is two carved Iberian boars that are 2,500 years old. nine0003

In the 19th century, the Spanish monasteries were disbanded and their treasures and works of art were confiscated. Many exhibits ended up in museums, including the beautiful painting “Ecce Homo”, which is attributed to the Italian Renaissance master Ambrosius Benson.

Address: Museo de Segovia, Calle del Socorro, Segovia, Spain.

El Parral Monastery

El Parral Monastery. | Photo: Richard Mortel / Flickr.

This 15th century monastery is located outside the historic center of Segovia, in a picturesque, secluded location among the hills. It was founded by Henry IV and combines two architectural styles: Gothic and Renaissance. nine0003

The main chapel of this monastery is in the Gothic style, and the tower is decorated with Renaissance ornaments. Around the altar are complex monuments made of alabaster to the marquises of Villena, who were the patrons of the monastery. An interesting feature of the church is the Gothic doorway that leads to the front sacristy. The monastery has four cloisters: the main cloister, La Portería, La Hospedería, and La Enfermería.

Address: Monasterio Santa María del Parral, Calle Parral, Segovia, Spain. nine0003

Picos House

Picos House.

This remarkable house is located on Juan Bravo Street. The House of Picos (roughly speaking, the house of dots) is a late 15th-century mansion whose façade is adorned with 617 pyramidal granite dots.

Councilor Juan de la Joz bought the building, so his family coat of arms can still be seen above the entrance and windows of the house. Inside is the exhibition hall of the Segovia School of Art, and you should definitely take a look at the majestic renaissance courtyard. nine0003

Address: Casa De Los Picos, Calle Juan Bravo, Segovia, Spain.

La Granja Country Residence

La Granja Country Residence.

This palace and gardens are located at the foot of the Guadarrama Mountains, about 10 kilometers southeast of the city. It was built in the 18th century by King Philip V and used as a summer residence. The entire complex is open to tourists, so you can explore every corner of this vast 1,500-acre site. nine0003

Of particular interest is the collection of tapestries from the 15th and 16th centuries, some of which belonged to Queen Isabella. The gardens are formal.

Here you can enjoy the regal boulevards lined with carefully trimmed hedges, geometric flowerbeds, topiaries and 26 ornate fountains. If you are planning to time your trip with Saint Fernando (May 30) or Saint Louis (June 21), then you can get the most out of visiting this place, as these are the only days of the year when all the fountains run at the same time. nine0003

Address: Palau Reial de La Granja de San Ildefonso, Plaza España, San Ildefonso, Spain.

Calle Real

Calle Real. | Photo: santiago lopez-pastor / Flickr.

It’s not even a street, but a series of pedestrian streets that meander through the old part of Segovia. They will take you past 15th and 16th century palaces, churches and secular buildings such as La Alhóndiga (“the corn exchange”), as well as past the Jewish Quarter.

It runs from the aqueduct to the Alcazar, so if you’re short on time, walking along this street is the best way to explore Segovia. You can start your journey from Cervantes Street, from Plaza Azoguego, under the aqueduct, and from there you can walk past street performers, local shops, bars and cafes. On Juan Bravo Street there is a monument to the rebel of the same name, who led the comuneros uprising in Segovia in 1520, for which he was beheaded in 1521. nine0003

Address: Calle Real, Segovia, Spain.

Church of Iglesia de la Vera Cruz

Church of Iglesia de la Vera Cruz. | Photo: Ignacio Ferre Perez / Flickr.

Several of Segovia’s famous Romanesque churches are within walking distance of la Pradera de San Marcos. Iglesia de la Vera Cruz is located right on a green hillside. In 1208 she was consecrated with the Order of the Holy Sepulcher.

The construction of this church dates back to the Crusades, so much of the architecture (particularly the baptistery) imitates the 4th century Jerusalem Church of the Holy Sepulcher, which has twelve sides, one for each apostle. Around the nave is a gallery, and flags and insignia of the Order of Malta are hung throughout the building. nine0003

Address: Iglesia de la Vera Cruz, Zamarramala, Spain.

Church of Iglesia de San Millan

Church of Iglesia de San Millan. | Photo: Trevor Huxham / Flickr.

The bell tower is what sets this church apart from the large number of Romanesque churches in Segovia. This building dates back to the 10th century and was built back in the days when the city was still under Moorish rule.

The church, both inside and out, is made in a simple style (a hallmark of the Romanesque style), while the arcade galleries on both sides of the building have a more solemn look. The church is located in the Moorish part of Segovia and, despite its beauty, does not attract many tourists, so if you do want to visit it, there is a chance that you can explore it alone. nine0003

Address: Iglesia de San Millán, Avenida Acueducto, Segovia, Spain.

Plaza Medina del Campo

Plaza Medina del Campo. | Photo: Antonio Marín Segovia / Flickr.

Once in this square, which is located next to Juan Bravo Street, you will no doubt find yourself in the heart of the aristocratic Renaissance district of Segovia.

The mansions located in this square look a bit like the Picos house, and have richly decorated facades – either carved or Moorish-style with facade plaster. nine0003

This type of design is known as “plateresque”, a kind of architecture inspired by the fine silverware of the time. In the center of Medina del Campo is the Church of San Martin, another beautiful Romanesque church in Segovia.

Address: Plaza de Medina del Campo, Plaza Medina del Campo, Segovia, Spain.

Church of Iglesia de San Martin

Church of Iglesia de San Martin. | Photo: Trevor Huxham / Flickr.

The Church of Iglesia de San Martin is a prime example of Castilian Romanesque architecture from the 12th century. nine0003

Here you can look at the tombs of the Herrera family, look at the marble plaque with the image of St. Martin, decorated with carved capitals with floral motifs and scenes from the Bible, and a triptych by the artist Adrian Isenbrandt.

The facade of the church overlooks the picturesque little Piazza San Martin, which has a fountain with two mermaids. Along the steps leading to the square, there is a house with a gallery. Juan Bravo, one of the leaders of the comuneros uprising, was born here. Next to this building is the 16th century Torreon de los Lozoya. nine0003

Address: Iglesia de San Martín, Plaza San Martín, Segovia, Spain.

Church of Iglesia San Esteban

Church of Iglesia San Esteban. | Photo: Dmitry Djouce / Flickr.

San Esteban is considered the most famous Romanesque church of Segovia. It is located in the Old Town to the north of the Plaza Mayor, on the square of the same name with the church. A high tower rises above its building, the design of which consists of six arches and a spire with a weather vane at the very top. San Esteban, like most of the Romanesque churches, has a loggia in which guild meetings used to take place. nine0003

Address: Iglesia parroquial de San Esteban, Plaza San Esteban, Segovia, Spain.

Church of Iglesia-San Juan de los Caballeros (Zuloaga Museum)

Church of Iglesia-San Juan de los Caballeros (Museum of Zuloaga).

In the Old Town, walk up from the Plaza del Azoguejo along the aqueduct and up to the upper part of the city.

Here on the right you will see the street that leads to Colmenares Square, and it is in this square that the 11th century church of San Juan de los Caballeros is located. nine0003

This Romanesque church was once the burial place of the most distinguished families of Segovia. The building now houses the Zuloaga Museum, which exhibits the work of the artist Ignacio Zuloaga, as well as the ceramist Daniel Zuloaga.

Address: Museo Zuloaga, Plaza Colmenares, Segovia, Spain.

Mint

Mint.

You don’t have to be a numismatist to fall in love with the former royal mint of Segovia. It was founded by Philip II and issued money from 1586 to 1869year.

Probably the oldest industrial site in Spain, it was the first mint in Spain to make coins using rollers.

The Mint used the hydraulic power of the Eresma River – the water wheel still works today. The hydraulic mechanism itself was made in Austria, and only then it was sent assembled by ship to Segovia.

Address: Museo Real Casa de Moneda de Segovia, Calle la Moneda, Segovia, Spain. nine0003

Jewish Quarter

Jewish Quarter.

Since the Catholic monks expelled the Jews from Spain over 500 years ago, there is little left of the once known Jewish population of Segovia. The streets around the cathedral are really located according to the same plan as in the old days.

If you enter the Corpus Christi church, you can see a fragment of one of the city’s two synagogues. At the end of the 15th century, this building became a monastery, only double horseshoe-shaped arcades inside remind of its original purpose. nine0003

Address: Jewish Quarter, Segovia, Spain.

Gastronomic Museum of Segovia

Gastronomic Museum of Segovia.

The Gastronomic Museum of Segovia gives tourists the opportunity to taste traditional food and get acquainted with the agriculture of this region. In the same museum, a lot of exhibits and dishes from different times are collected.

It is located in an old house, part of the museum retains signs of its Roman origin. A visit to the Gastronomic Museum is a good opportunity to taste local cheeses and other products served in restaurants in Segovia. nine0003

Address: Centro Gastronómico, Calle Daoiz, Segovia, Spain.

Church of Iglesia de San Justo

Church of Iglesia de San Justo.

The church of Iglesia de San Justo is next to the aqueduct. This is a real pearl of Romanesque architecture, over which a tower rises.

The church was built in the 13th century and was once an important point on the pilgrimage route from Camino de Santiago to Santiago de la Compostela.

Although the church is small, it is a real treasure trove of works of art. Be sure to check out the vibrant Romanesque frescoes, the impressive Pantokrator, and scenes from the Passion of Christ and the Lives of the Saints. nine0003

Address: Iglesia de los Santos Justo y Pastor, Plaza San Justo, Segovia, Spain.

Church of Iglesia de San Clemente

Church of Iglesia de San Clemente. | Photo: Joan / Flickr.

If you go outside the ancient walls of Segovia, go down from the Plaza del Azoguejo and go southwest along Avenida de Fernandez Ladreda, then you can come to the church of Iglesia de San Clemente.