About Heribert of Cologne
Lived 970 – 1021 (aged 50–51). Heribert of Cologne was a German catholic priest and civil servant.
Death and legacy Heribert contracted a fever while on a pastoral visitation and hurried back to his archdiocese of Cologne to recover; he died there within the week
Heribert was revered during his lifetime and honoured locally as a saint from the time of his death; he was canonised in about 1075. His reported miracles included ending a drought; he is thus invoked for beneficial rains.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Heribert of Cologne?
Archbishop of Cologne
When was Heribert of Cologne born?
Heribert of Cologne was born in 970 in Worms.
When did Heribert of Cologne die?
Heribert of Cologne died on 16 March 1021 in Cologne.
What was Heribert of Cologne's occupation?
Heribert of Cologne was a catholic priest and civil servant.
What nationality was Heribert of Cologne?
Heribert of Cologne was German.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Heribert of Cologne
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