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Wigbert

Wigbert

Saint
August 13 · 670–747

Wigbert (c. 670, Kingdom of Wessex — 747, Fritzlar) — Saint, abbot. Feast day: 13 August.

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Wigbert was an Anglo-Saxon Benedictine monk and missionary who lived from approximately 670 to 747. Born in the Kingdom of Wessex, he became a dedicated disciple of Boniface and traveled through Frisia and various German territories to spread Christianity among local tribes. Known for his religious devotion and learning, he served as an abbot and established influential schools for missionaries. His work in regions like Hesse and Thuringia left a lasting impact on the monastic landscape of central Europe.

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