Saint Aelred of Rievaulx
Also known as: Aelred of Revesby; Aelredo…; Aelredus…; Aethelred…; Ailred…; Alfred…; Alred…; Eilred…; Ellast…; Etelredo…; Ethelred…; Ethelredus…; The English Saint Bernard
Saint
Post-Congregation
Feast Day
January 12
Died
January 12, 1167
Canonized
never formally canonized
Biography
Saint Aelred of Rievaulx, also known as Aelred of Revesby or Aelredus, was born in 1110 in Hexham, England. He was the son of Eilaf, a priest who served during a time when English priests were allowed to marry. Eilaf was also the keeper of the shrine of Hexham. Aelred's early life was marked by spirituality, and he was known for his gentle nature and personal austerity....
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