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Folcuin

Folcuin

Saint
800–855

Folcuin (c. 800 — 855, Esquelbecq) — Saint, bishop.

Middle AgesFranceBishops and patriarchsMonks and nuns
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Folcuin was a Frankish cleric and abbot who served as the Bishop of Thérouanne starting in 816. Born around 800 to Hieronymus, a descendant of Charles Martel, he was confirmed in his episcopal role by Louis the Pious. Throughout his career, he remained a loyal figure to the emperor and actively participated in various ecclesiastical synods. He died in Esquelbecq in December 855 while conducting an official visit.

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