Saint Edwin of Northumbria
Also known as: Aeduini; Eadwine; Edwin of Bernicia; Edwin of Deira; Edwin the King; Æduini
Saint
Pre-Congregation
Feast Day
October 12
Canonized
Pre-Congregation
Biography
Saint Edwin of Northumbria, also known as Aeduini, Eadwine, and Edwin the King, was a prince born into a pagan family in 585 in Deira, South Northumbria, England. He was the son of King Ella of Northumbria. Edwin became King of Northumbria in 616 and ruled until his death in 633. In his early life, Edwin was a pagan, following the traditional beliefs of his people....