King
Saint Oswald of Northumbria
Saint Oswald was a king who embraced Christianity and worked to reform his kingdom. His life exemplifies the union of royal authority and spiritual conviction.
Patron saint of
Kings, Soldiers, Converts
- Feast
- August 5
- Era
- 7th Century
- Place
- Northumbria
At a Glance
Saint Oswald of Northumbria
- Feast Day
- August 5
- Era
- 7th Century
- Primary Place
- Northumbria
- Vocation
- King
- Patronage
- Kings, Soldiers, Converts
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Overview
Saint Oswald of Northumbria
Saint Oswald was a king who embraced Christianity and worked to reform his kingdom. His life exemplifies the union of royal authority and spiritual conviction.
Feast day: August 5
Patronage
Kings, Soldiers, Converts
Connected Places
- Northumbria, England: His royal seat
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