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Saul Monastery

About This Site

According to tradition in 432 the local chieftain Dichu gave St Patrick land. On this land was built a barn: thus Saul became the site of St Patrick’s first church.

According to tradition in 432 the local chieftain Dichu gave St Patrick land. On this land was built a barn: thus Saul became the site of St Patrick’s first church.

Historical Information

Alternative Names:
  • Sabhull Padraig
  • Sepulturam Patricii
  • Baile itá Saball
  • an Sabhall
Communities & Provenance:

According to tradition in 432 the local chieftain Dichu gave St Patrick land. On this land was built a barn: thus Saul became the site of St Patrick's first church.