The life of St Benedict Biscop of Wearmouth
The library he gathered formed the Venerable Bede, who grew up under his rule. He bore a long paralysis with thanksgiving and reposed in 690.
St Benedict Biscop of Wearmouth
Venerable Benedict Biscop, Abbot of Wearmouth (689-690)
Founder of the twin monasteries of Wearmouth and Jarrow, and the man who brought the learning of Rome to the north of England. A Northumbrian noble who left the king's service for the monastic life, he made repeated journeys to Rome and returned laden with books, relics, sacred pictures, and the Roman way of chant, even bringing the archchanter John to teach it.
Feast day
Coming feasts: Tuesday, January 12, 2027
Also commemorated on January 12
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Questions
- When is the feast day of St Benedict Biscop of Wearmouth?
- The Orthodox Church commemorates St Benedict Biscop of Wearmouth on January 12 on the New Calendar and January 25 on the Old Calendar.
- Who else is commemorated on that day?
- The Church also remembers St Tatiana.
- When is the feast of St Benedict Biscop of Wearmouth in 2027?
- In 2027, on the New Calendar, it falls on Tuesday, January 12.
In Orthros
On the feast day Orthros sets the life of St Benedict Biscop of Wearmouth before you, beside the day's fast and readings, free to read.