Saint Theresa of Portugal, also known as Tarasia and Teresa, was born on 4 October 1178 in Coimbra, Portugal. She was the oldest daughter of King Sancho I and was born into a life of royalty. As a princess, Theresa enjoyed a privileged upbringing and received a proper education. In her youth, Theresa married King Alfonso IX of Leon, Spain. As part of her dowry, northern Portugal became part of...