Event: Church/monastery/minster foundation/dedication/restorationEdwin 2.construction of church of stone
Scholarly Info
Description |
Edwin 2 set about building a greater and more magnificent square church of stone surrounding the former church made of wood (St Peter's). |
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Primary Source Info
Date from Source |
Very soon after his baptism |
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Notes:
*The task was left for Oswald 1 to finish, as Edwin 2 was killed before the walls raised to their full height.
Persons associated with this Event:
- Agent:
Edwin 2
(King of the Northumbrians, 616-633) : He also established an episcopal see for Paulinus 1.
- Participant:
Paulinus 1
(Bishop of York, 625-633; bishop of Rochester, 633-644) : He gave Edwin 2 instructions on how to build the church.
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