Brendan the Navigator

Brendan the Navigator was an explorer, writer, catholic priest, seafarer and missionary (486–577). He was born at Fenit and died at Annaghdown.

Also recorded as Brendan of Clonfert; Saint Brandon; Saint Brendan; Brendán moccu Altae; Brendan the Bold; Brendan the Voyager.

Overview

Born at Fenit in 486, died at Annaghdown in 577.

In detail

training under Finnian of Clonard is recorded.

Positions recorded include apostle and abbot. Membership is recorded of Twelve Apostles of Ireland.

Chronology

  1. 486Brendan the Navigator born at Fenit.
  2. 577Brendan the Navigator died at Annaghdown.

Sources

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikipedia

    “Brendan the Navigator”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  • reference work · Reputable secondary · Wikidata

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q208961: Brendan the Navigator

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