St. EDWARD THE CONFESSOR
Christian Saint
Patron Saint of Kings, Troubled Marriages and (formerly) England
Extremely well-known Anglo Saxon King and founder of Westminster Abbey.
Famous for his laying-on of hands to cure the King’s Evil or scrofula. The healing miracles continued after his death via his tomb before the high altar in Westminster Cathedral.
Known for his chastity, he was long considered the patron saint of England, until St. George nabbed the title.
St. Edward the Confessor Facts and Figures
Name: Edward the Confessor
Pronunciation: Coming soon
Alternative names:
Gender: Male
Type: Saint
Birth and Death Dates: 1002-1066
Celebration or Feast Day: October 13th
Role: Unknown at present
Good/Evil Rating: Unknown at present
Popularity index: 1341
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Article last revised on April 07, 2019 by the Godchecker data dwarves.
Editors: Peter J. Allen, Chas Saunders
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