Bernard of Hildesheim
German Roman Catholic bishop and blessed ( - 1153)
About Bernard of Hildesheim
Lived 1100 – 1154. Bernard of Hildesheim was a German catholic priest and catholic bishop.
Tomb of Bishop Bernhard at the basilica St. Godehard, Hildesheim
Bernhard or Bernard(us) of Hildesheim (died 20 July 1154) was Bishop of Hildesheim from 1130 until 1153 (resigned). He achieved the canonization of Gotthard of Hildesheim by Pope Innocent II and founded the basilica St. Godehard in honour of the new Saint at Hildesheim, where he was buried. He served as Bishop for 23 years, despite being blind. He is venerated as Blessed in the Roman Catholic Church, and his feast day is 20 July.
He was a mentor of Saint Bernold, another bishop.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Bernard of Hildesheim?
German Roman Catholic bishop and blessed ( - 1153)
When was Bernard of Hildesheim born?
Bernard of Hildesheim was born in 1100.
When did Bernard of Hildesheim die?
Bernard of Hildesheim died on 20 July 1154 in Hildesheim.
What was Bernard of Hildesheim's occupation?
Bernard of Hildesheim was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.
What nationality was Bernard of Hildesheim?
Bernard of Hildesheim was German.
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