Blessed Richard Thirkeld
Also known as: Richard Thirkild
Feast Day
29 May; 29 October as one of the Martyrs of Douai; 1 December as one of the Martyrs of Oxford University
Born
At Coniscliffe, Durham, England
Died
Hanged, drawn, and quartered on 29 May 1583 at York, England
Beatified
29 December 1886 by Pope Leo XIII (cultus confirmation)
Biography
Blessed Richard Thirkeld, also known as Richard Thirkild, was born in Coniscliffe, Durham, England. His educational journey began at Queen's College, Oxford in 1564 but lasted only until 1565. Seeking further theological studies, he traveled to Douai and Rheims, France, renowned centers of Catholic learning, where he pursued his religious education.
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