Saint Tathai

Also known as
Athaeus; Athan; Atheus; Father of all Gwent; Tathal; Tathan; Tathar
Memorial
26 December
Profile
Nephew of Saint Samson of Dol. Hermit in Glamorgan, Wales. Founded the monastery at Llantathan (Saint Athan), Gwent. Founded the monastery school at Caerwent. Reputed miracle worker, he was noted gentleness, love of the country, for his generosity to travellers and the poor.
Born
5th century Irish
Died
6th century at Caerwent or Llantathan, Wales of natural causes
Canonized
Pre-Congregation
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