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Saint Mirin of Bangor

Also known as: Mirin of Benchor; Mirin of Paisley; Meadhran of….; Merinus of….; Merryn of….; Mirren of….

Saint
Pre-Congregation

Feast Day

September 15

Canonized

Pre-Congregation

Biography

Saint Mirin of Bangor, also known as Mirin of Benchor, Mirin of Paisley, Meadhran of..., Merinus of..., Merryn of..., and Mirren of..., was a renowned Catholic saint and monk who made significant contributions to the spread of Christianity in Scotland. He was born around 565 in Ireland and died around 620 of natural causes. His shrine at Paisley Abbey became a popular pilgrimage site....