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Saint Hedda The Abbot

Also known as: Haeddi

Saint
Pre-Congregation

Feast Day

April 9

Canonized

Pre-Congregation

Biography

Saint Hedda The Abbot, also known as Haeddi, was a Benedictine abbot who lived during the 9th century. He is recognized as a saint and martyr in the Catholic Church. Hedda and 84 of his brother monks were tragically killed by invading pagan Danes, leaving a lasting mark on the history of Christian martyrdom. Not much is known about Saint Hedda's early life or background....