Saint Columba
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Saint Columba was a monk who possessed the right of sanctuary as part of his religious status. He became involved in a conflict over a copied psalter around 560, which some traditions link to the Battle of Cúl Dreimhne in 561. After a synod threatened excommunication for deaths associated with the battle, he departed Ireland on pilgrimage to Scotland, though he returned several times to visit communities he had founded.
When
- First attested
- 560 CE
- Attested period
- 560 – 575
- Historical notes
- Active around 560-575 CE; involved in Battle of Cúl Dreimhne (561) and founded Drumcliff monastery (574/575).
Relationships
- allied with
- Brendan of Birr, Molaise
- student of
- Finnian of Moville
Mentioned by
Sources
wikipedia (1)
Source passages
“Columba is credited as being a leading figure in the revitalisation of monasticism. The Clan Malcolm/Clan McCallum claims its name from Columba and was reputedly founded by the descendants of his original followers.”
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