
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....