However, this weekend his biographer described it as the 'most shameful episode' in an otherwise largely exemplary life.

In matters of politics at least, he lived an exemplary life.

By his zeal, charity, and exemplary life, he gained the affection and esteem of all.

Led an exemplary life and was admired for his virtue and charity for the needy.

Each saint has a story and a reason why he or she led an exemplary life.