Edward the Confessor was the king of England from 1042 to 1066. His rule over England was known to be peaceful and good. He was able to keep the kingdom together during his 24 years of reign.
Edward became interested in his religious affairs and built St. Peter’s Abbey at Westminster. He had a reputation for piety, and after his death his reputation grew. He was praised for his prophecies and there were some miracles that were attributed to him. He was canonized in 1161 by Pope Alexander III. And in 1163, the translation of his relics were attended by the leaders of the kingdom.
