About Torhthelm
Torhthelm was a catholic bishop and catholic priest.
Torhthelm was a medieval Bishop of Leicester in Mercia. He became bishop in 737 when Nothhelm, archbishop of Canterbury, divided a large see formerly held by Ealdwine in two. Torhthelm was responsible for the Middle Angles.
Torhthelm's date of birth is unknown. The location of his see is also unknown. Some sources say it was located in Leicester, but this is uncertain.
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Important facts
Frequently asked questions
Who was Torhthelm?
Bishop of Leicester
When did Torhthelm die?
Torhthelm died in 764.
What was Torhthelm's occupation?
Torhthelm was a catholic bishop and catholic priest.
Sources & further reading
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Torhthelm. https://biography.guide/torhthelm/
MLA: "Torhthelm." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/torhthelm/.
Chicago: "Torhthelm." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/torhthelm/.
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