Saint Aileran of Clonard
Also known as: Aileran Sapiens; Aileran the Wise
Saint
Pre-Congregation
Feast Day
December 29
Died
December 29, 664
Canonized
Pre-Congregation
Biography
Saint Aileran of Clonard, also known as Aileran Sapiens or Aileran the Wise, was a renowned monk and teacher at the monastery of Clonard, located in present-day Ireland. Born in the early 6th century, Aileran dedicated his life to the pursuit of knowledge and the spiritual teachings of the Catholic Church....