Saint Eigil of Fulda

Saint Eigil of Fulda, also known as Aegil, Aegilius, Aeigil, Aeigilus, Aigil, Egil, Eygil, Fiegil, or Figil, was born around the year 750 into the Bavarian nobility. He was fortunate to be the nephew of Saint Sturmi of Fulda, a highly respected and influential figure in the monastic community. Eigil received his education in the famous monastery of Fulda, Germany, under the guidance of his uncle Sturmi....