About Deodatus of Nevers
Lived 550 – 679. Deodatus of Nevers was a presbyter.
Deodatus (Dié, Didier, Dieudonné, Déodat, Adéodat) of Nevers (d. June 19, ca. 679 AD) was a bishop of Nevers from 655.
Exploits Deodatus was born about 590 to an illustrious family of western France. In 655 Deodatus was appointed bishop of Nevers. He attended the Council of Sens in 657.
In 664 he resigned his see, having recommended to his clergy the choice of a successor. He made the acquaintance of Saints Arbogast and Florentius and walked the mountain passes to the Forest of Haguenau where he led an eremitical life.
Tradition states that he died in the arms of Saint Hidulphus, bishop of Treves.
He is invoked as the patron saint for rain, and against thunderstorms, evil spirits, and plague.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Deodatus of Nevers?
Bishop of Nevers
When was Deodatus of Nevers born?
Deodatus of Nevers was born in 550 in Ireland.
When did Deodatus of Nevers die?
Deodatus of Nevers died in 679 in Saint-Dié-des-Vosges.
What was Deodatus of Nevers's occupation?
Deodatus of Nevers was a presbyter.
Sources & further reading
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