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Botolph of Thorney
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"Botulf" redirects here. For the Swedish heretic, see Botulf Botulfsson.
Botolph of Thorney (/ˈbɒtʊlf/; also called Botolph, Botulph or Botulf; later known as Saint Botolph; died around 680) was an English abbot and saint. He is regarded as the patron saint of boundaries, and by extension, of trade and travel,[3] as well as various aspects of farming. His feast day is celebrated either on 17 June (England) or 25 June (Scotland).
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Born | 7th century |
Died | 680 |
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Patronage | Travellers and farming |
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