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Origin and history

The church of Saint-Mathurin de La Benâte is located in an old commune in southwestern France, now merged with Essouvert since 1 January 2016. This place of worship is located in the department of Charente-Maritime, in the region of Nouvelle-Aquitaine. The Benâte, now a delegated municipality, retains its historical identity through this religious monument, symbol of its local heritage.

The name La Benâte could have its origin in the term Benedicta, meaning "blessed", or in Benaster, derived from the Latin bene astra ("the good star"), evoking luck. This etymology reflects the cultural and spiritual importance of this territory, where the Church of St Mathurin embodies a religious and toponymic heritage.

The local population, estimated at 411 in 2013, has a relatively young age pyramid with a balanced distribution between men and women. This demographic context suggests a dynamic community, where buildings such as St. Mathurin Church play a central role in social and cultural life. No date of construction or historical event specific to the church is mentioned in the available sources.

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