Rione IX Pigna in Roma in Cittΰ metropolitana di Roma Capitale, Latium, Rome, Italy — Central Italy (Tyrrhenian Coast)
Tommaso Badia of Modena
Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, August 5, 2025
1. Tommaso Badia of Modena Marker
Latin
Thomae Badiae Mutinen si erudition continentia ac sanctitate clarissimo card divi Sylvestri quiet amdlissimo ordini senatorio et cunctis morta libusmirae cuiusdam fruga litatis religionis atque omnis vitae in credibile exemplum reliquit aliis vero quibuscunque honoribus non tamuti volvit, qua m dignus videri quos ta men sola morte existima tus est effugere potvisse Francsicus Badia fratri opt pos VIX ann LXIII mens IX dies XXVII
English translation
Thomas Badia of Modena, most renowned for learning, self‑discipline, and holiness, Cardinal of Saint Sylvester, a man of the quietest disposition. To the senatorial order and to all mortals he left an incredible example of a certain remarkable frugality, piety, and every virtue of life. As for other honors of whatever kind, he did not so much refuse them as he seemed worthy of themyet he was thought to have escaped them only by death itself. Francis Badia set this up for his excellent brother. He lived 63 years, 9 months, 27 days.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Cemeteries & Burial Sites • Religion & Religious Structures. A significant historical year for this entry is 1547.
Location. 41° 53.886′ N, 12° 28.667′ E. Marker is in Roma, Lazio (Latium, Rome), in Cittΰ
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Regionally, it is in Europe, the European Union, the Schengen Area, a coastal Mediterranean country, and the Western World. Historically, it finds itself in what was once the Byzantine Empire and specifically also the Roman Empire.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Tommaso de Vio, Cardinal Cajetan (here, next to this marker); Elephant and Obelisk (a few steps from this marker); Santa Maria sopra Minerva (within shouting distance of this marker); Grand Hotel de la Minerve (within shouting distance of this marker); Don Josι de San Martνn (within shouting distance of this marker); Pantheon (about 120 meters away, measured in a direct line); Hotel Pantheon (about 150 meters away); The Trevi-Pantheon Route (about 150 meters away). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Roma.
Also see . . . Catholic Encyclopedia: Tommaso Badia.
Excerpt: "On his return to Italy Paul III created him cardinal, and though selected as one of the legates to preside at Trent he was retained at Rome to examine the doctrinal and disciplinary memoranda drawn up in the sessions of the council. It was on his favourable recommendation and approval of its constitutions that Paul III confirmed the Society of Jesus. At his own desire he was buried in the Minerva beside Cardinal Cajetan."(Submitted on January 17, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois.)
Photographed by Sean P. Flynn, August 5, 2025
2. Santa Maria sopra Minerva
The Tommaso Badia of Modena marker is the second slab to the left of the door.
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3. Tommaso Badia
Credits. This page was last revised on January 18, 2026. It was originally submitted on January 17, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois. This page has been viewed 47 times since then. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on January 17, 2026, by Sean P. Flynn of Oak Park, Illinois.
