About Saint Bilo
Born 500. Saint Bilo was a Welsh religious leader.
Saint Bilo was a 5th century saint and one of the 24 daughters of Brychan Brycheiniog. She founded a church in Llanfilo, which is now a village in the community of Felin-fach in Powys.
The head of a neighbouring tribe allegedly tried to abduct and rape her in an attempt to force her to marry him.
Parts of her history are thought to have added to Milburgha's stories of Much Wenlock.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Saint Bilo?
5th century female Welsh saint
When was Saint Bilo born?
Saint Bilo was born in 500 in Kingdom of Brycheiniog.
What was Saint Bilo's occupation?
Saint Bilo was a religious leader.
What nationality was Saint Bilo?
Saint Bilo was Welsh.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Saint Bilo. https://biography.guide/saint-bilo/
MLA: "Saint Bilo." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/saint-bilo/.
Chicago: "Saint Bilo." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/saint-bilo/.
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