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St. Ailbhe
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Bishop and preacher, one of the saints whose life has been woven into the myths and legends of Ireland. He was a known disciple
of St. Patrick, and is called Albeus in some records. What is known
about Ailbhe is that he was a missionary in Ireland, perhaps sponsored
by King Aengus of Munster. He was also the first bishop
of Emily in Munster, Ireland. Legends and traditions abound about his
life. One claims that he was left in the woods as an infant and suckled
by a wolf. This legend is prompted in part by Ailbhe's later life. An
old she-wolf came to Ailbhe for protection from a hunting party, resting
her head upon his breast. He is supposed to have been baptized by a priest in northern Ireland, possibly in a British settlement. The so called Acts
of Ailbhe are filled with traditions that are not reliable. Ailbhe was
noted for his charity and kindness, as well as his eloquent sermons. He
is beloved in Ireland.
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