About Ælfgar of Elmham
Ælfgar of Elmham was a catholic bishop and catholic priest.
Ælfgar (died 24 or 25 December 1021) was an Anglo-Saxon cleric and bureaucrat who served as Bishop of Elmham.
Ecclesiastical Career Ælfgar was consecrated as a bishop in 1001. In addition to his role as bishop, Ælfgar was active in politics; holding the title of ealdorman.
Two days prior to the death of Dunstan; the then-Archbishop of Canterbury, Ælfgar reportedly had a vision of Dunstan being surrounded and praised by angels. This event was used by William of Malmesbury as evidence of Ælfgar's holiness.
During his time as bishop, Ælfgar gained a reputation as a generous giver of alms.
Ælfgar resigned as bishop at some point between 1012 and 1016. He was buried in a field near the Ely Abbey.
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Who was Ælfgar of Elmham?
Bishop of Elmham
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Ælfgar of Elmham died on 25 December 1021.
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Ælfgar of Elmham was a catholic bishop and catholic priest.
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