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Saint Abban The Hermit

Also known as: Abben; Abbenus; Ewan

Saint
Pre-Congregation

Feast Day

May 13

Canonized

Pre-Congregation

Biography

Saint Abban The Hermit, also known as Abben, Abbenus, or Ewan, was a significant figure in the early Christian history of Ireland. He was born in the 4th century in Ireland and is believed to be the earliest Irish saint. Despite little information being available about his early life, his contributions to the spread of Christianity in Ireland and England make him a notable figure in Catholic history....