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Blessed Richard Rolle De Hampole
Blessed Richard Rolle De Hampole

Blessed Richard Rolle De Hampole

Blessed
Post-Congregation

Feast Day

29 September; 1 December as one of the Martyrs of Oxford University

Born

C.1300 at Thornton, Yorkshire, England

Died

29 September 1349 at Hampole, England of natural causes; miracles reported at his tomb

Biography

Blessed Richard Rolle De Hampole, also known as Richard Rolle of Hampole, was an esteemed figure of the 14th century. Born around 1300 in Thornton, Yorkshire, England, he displayed exceptional academic prowess from a young age and pursued his education at Oxford University. Enriching his knowledge and understanding, Rolle proceeded to study in Paris, France, from 1320 to 1326.

Cause for Canonization

Beatified

Feast Days

September 29December 1

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