Saint Cumiano of Bobbio

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Cumiano was a monk at the monastery of San Colombano in Bobbio, Italy. He was known for his personal piety, as a peacemaker, and for his devotion to the Rule of his Order; he set a proper example of Christian life, strongly advocated for Roman observances, and served as counselor to many in the region during the time of the Lombard Kingdom.

Born

  • 7th century Ireland

Died

  • c.735 of natural causes
  • buried in the lower church in Bobbio, Italy in a sepulcher built by King Liutprand who greatly admired Cumiano’s piety

Canonized

  • by Pope Leo XII (cultus confirmation and extension to the diocese of Bobbio, Italy)

Source: https://catholicsaints.info/saint-cumiano-of-bobbio/