About Azelin
Lived 990 – 1054 (aged 63–64). Azelin was a German catholic priest, catholic bishop and bishop of Hildesheim.
Azelin (before 1000 – 8 March 1054) was Bishop of Hildesheim from 1044 until 1054.
Azelin's origin is not known. He was appointed Bishop of Hildesheim by Emperor Henry III, succeeding Thietmar. During his tenure, the cathedral built by Altfrid was destroyed by a fire on 23 March 1046, along with works of art and documents. Azelin's plans to build a new cathedral were not successful. The wheel chandelier known by his name as the Azelin chandelier was possibly donated by Thietmar.
He died in Hildesheim and was succeeded by Hezilo.
Literature
Adolf Bertram: Geschichte des Bisthums Hildesheim. Lax, Hildesheim u. a. 1899–1925, vol. 1, pp. 100–107.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Azelin?
Bishop of Hildesheim
When was Azelin born?
Azelin was born in 990.
When did Azelin die?
Azelin died on 8 March 1054 in Hildesheim.
What was Azelin's occupation?
Azelin was a catholic priest, catholic bishop and bishop of Hildesheim.
What nationality was Azelin?
Azelin was German.
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