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Gilla Pátraic

d. 1084

Irish bishop of Dublin

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About Gilla Pátraic

Gilla Pátraic was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.

Gilla Pátraic (died 10 October 1084), also known as Patricius, was the second Bishop of Dublin. Gilla Pátraic was elevated to the see of Dublin following bishop Dúnán's death in 1074. He was consecrated by Lanfranc, Archbishop of Canterbury. Whether Gilla Pátraic or Dúnán was the first Irish bishop to be consecrated in Canterbury is disputed.

Before he became bishop of Dublin Gilla Pátraic had been a monk in a Benedictine community at Worcester, the prior then had been Wulfstan, later Bishop of Worcester.

He drowned along with his companions crossing the Irish Sea on 10 October 1084.

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Important facts

Positions held
Roman Catholic Bishop of Dublin
Also known as
Gilla Patraic, Patricius, Gilla Patrick, Patrick

Frequently asked questions

Who was Gilla Pátraic?

Irish bishop of Dublin

When did Gilla Pátraic die?

Gilla Pátraic died on 10 October 1084.

What was Gilla Pátraic's occupation?

Gilla Pátraic was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Gilla Pátraic

· Wikidata: Q5561934

· DBpedia: Gilla Pátraic

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