St. Esterwine
Esterwine of Wearmouth
Also known as Easterwine
Feast day: March 7
Death: 668
The noble Northumbrian Esterwine, spent his youth at court, and then entered the monastery of Wearmouth, where he was professed under his kinsman Saint Benedict Biscop. He succeeded Saint Benet as abbot of Wearmouth and ruled four years, dying before its founder. He was celebrated for his gentleness
Esterwine of Wearmouth
Also known as Easterwine
Feast day: March 7
Death: 668
The noble Northumbrian Esterwine, spent his youth at court, and then entered the monastery of Wearmouth, where he was professed under his kinsman Saint Benedict Biscop. He succeeded Saint Benet as abbot of Wearmouth and ruled four years, dying before its founder. He was celebrated for his gentleness
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