Godric of Finchale
English hermit (c. 1065–1170) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Godric of Finchale (or St Goderic) (c. 1065-1070 – 21 May 1170)[2] was an English hermit, merchant and popular medieval saint, although he was never formally canonised. He was born in Walpole in Norfolk and died in Finchale in County Durham.
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Saint Godric of Finchale | |
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Hermit | |
Born | c. 1065-1070[1] Walpole, Norfolk, England |
Died | (1170-05-21)21 May 1170 Finchale in County Durham, England |
Venerated in | Roman Catholic Church |
Attributes | Hermit |
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