Bishop

Saint David

Saint David, patron of Wales, founded monasteries and lived an ascetic life, promoting Welsh Christianity.

Patron saint of Wales, Vegetarians, Poets
Feast
March 1
Era
6th Century
Place
St Davids
Saint David portrait

At a Glance

Saint David

Feast Day
March 1
Era
6th Century
Primary Place
St Davids
Vocation
Bishop
Patronage
Wales, Vegetarians, Poets

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Overview

Saint David

Saint David, patron of Wales, founded monasteries and lived an ascetic life, promoting Welsh Christianity.

Feast day: March 1

Patronage

Wales, Vegetarians, Poets

Connected Places

  • St Davids, Wales: His cathedral
  • Mynyw, Wales: His monastery

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