Edmund of Abingdon was an English prelate who served as the Archbishop of Canterbury during the 13th century. Born around 1174, he was a distinguished academic who lectured on mathematics, dialectics, and theology at both Oxford and the University of Paris. Known for his ascetic lifestyle and scholarly depth, he also became a widely traveled preacher. As archbishop, he was a significant political figure who defended the Magna Carta and advocated for justice and ecclesiastical independence, often placing him in direct conflict with King Henry III.