Louis de Montfort

Louis-Marie Grignion de Montfort, SMM (; 31 January 1673 – 28 April 1716) was a French Catholic priest known for his influence on Catholic Mariology. He wrote a number of books that went on to become classic Catholic titles, including ''Secret of the Rosary'' and ''True Devotion to Mary'', and influenced several popes. He also founded several religious communities, including the Company of Mary.

Pope Pius XII canonised him on 20 July 1947. A "founders statue" created by Giacomo Parisini is located in an upper niche of the south nave of St. Peter's Basilica. Provided by Wikipedia