Fiachan of Lismore
Medieval saint of Munster
About Fiachan of Lismore
Saint Fiachna (or Fiachan, Fiachina, Fianchne; died 630) was an early Irish monk who was venerated as a saint. His feast day is 29 April.
Identity
The name Fiachna (or Fiachra, Fiacha, Fiachnae, Fiach, FechÃn, FeichÃn) comes from the Old Irish fiach, which means raven. It was given to several legendary and early historical characters. Fiachna is mentioned as a disciple of Mo Chutu of Lismore (Carthagh the younger) in Lismore, County Waterford, in the Life of St. Mochuda of Lismore. Saint Fiachna or Fechno of Agha-luing may be this saint, or may be another whose feast day in 13 March.
Butler's account
The hagiographer Alban Butler wrote,
Life of St. Mochuda of Lismore
A passage in the Life of St. Mochuda of Lismore refers to Fiachna:
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Important facts
Frequently asked questions
Who was Fiachan of Lismore?
medieval saint of Munster
When was Fiachan of Lismore born?
Fiachan of Lismore was born in Munster.
When did Fiachan of Lismore die?
Fiachan of Lismore died in 630.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Fiachan of Lismore
· DBpedia: Fiachan of Lismore
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Fiachan of Lismore. https://biography.guide/fiachan-of-lismore/
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