Saint Albert of Louvain was born in 1166, the son of the Duke of Brabant. At a young age of 12, he entered the religious life as a canon of Liege, France. But he later on resigned from that role. He was 21 years old when he resigned and became a knight of Count Baldwin V.
He eventually resumed his clerical life and even became a canon again. Then he took on the role as Bishop of Liege. His role as bishop was put into question due to Count Baldwin being against it. He even went to Rome to appeal his position. His appointment was declared valid by Rome and he was also ordained as a cardinal.
The political turmoil continued even after his appointment was declared valid. Saint Albert of Louvain was eventually killed when he met with a group of knights from Emperor Henry’s court.
