For 10 points—name this canonized Italian monk, often pictured with birds and other small animals.
He was expected to continue his father's prosperous business, but in 1206, a dream prompted him to renounce his worldly position and devote himself to repairing the church. One of his first religious actions was to care for a leper, and his order still values a simple life, poverty, and humility before God. For 10 points—name this canonized Italian monk, often pictured with birds and other small animals.
He was expected to continue his father's prosperous business, but in 1206, a dream prompted him to renounce his worldly position and devote himself to repairing the church.
Saint {Francis} of Assisi [prompt on partial answer]