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Widegerne Bishop of Strasbourg and founder of the first monastery. 1 Hugh I of Besançon Archbishop of Besançon in the 11th century. 1 Pierre de Bruys Heretic opposed by Peter the Venerable. 1 Jacomine Attendant of Alda and witness to her visions. 1 King Arthur Legendary sovereign to whom Iltut was a relative and soldier. 1 Maria Theresa of Austria Wife of Louis XIV, she made a vow to the saint in 1679. 1 Alexis of Kiev Catholic Patriarch of Kiev who authorized public worship. 1 Alain de Bruc Bishop of Tréguier who ordained Yves as a priest. 1 Bernard of Sédirac Prior of Auch and later Archbishop of Toledo, author of a translation of relics. 1 Francis of Urbino Preacher whose sermons prompted the saint's conversion. 1 Libert Son of Count Adon, baptized and resurrected by Rumold. 1 Robert Local lord and protector of the hermit. 1 Cécile Marguerite Avogadro de Quinto Religious sister of the community that appeared to Émilie after her death. 1 Lucidus A priest from Marseille and proponent of predestination. 1 Odilon Father of Saint Hugh, an officer who became a monk at the Grande Chartreuse. 1 Surius Hagiographer who possessed a manuscript concerning these martyrs. 1 Robert Guiscard Norman prince, conqueror of Sicily. 1 François Halley Young laborer and self-taught architect of the abbey. 1 Milo I Bishop of Troyes and master of Manasses. 1 Mother Saint-Benoît Co-founder of the Ursulines of Jesus. 1 Florence of Worcester Medieval chronicler who wrote about Wulfstan. 1 Gennadius of Constantinople Patriarch of Constantinople who ordained Daniel as a priest. 1 Sensa Fiancée imposed upon Ménélé, who eventually dedicated herself to God at Lisseuil. 1 Nemesius Roman tribune converted by Pope Stephen. 1 Hildebod Duke of Scotland and father of Saint Ludan. 1 Robert II the Pious King of France, contemporary of Gilbert. 1 Claude Poullart Desplaces Founder of the Seminary of the Holy Spirit and collaborator of Montfort. 1 Faroald II Duke of Spoleto and principal benefactor of Thomas. 1 Siegfried First Count of Luxembourg and father of Cunigunde. 1 Guerrier de Dumont Poet who wrote about the miracle of the two lovers. 1 Cyrola Arian patriarch of Africa, opponent of Eugenius. 1 Egbert Archbishop of Trier and founder of the college of canons. 1 Isabelle de Foix Countess who rediscovered the statue in 1390. 1 Rutherf Archbishop of Trier who organized the translation of the relics. 1 Avenia Sister of Saint Benedict, placed in a monastery of virgins. 1 Baldwin V, Count of Flanders Count of Flanders and founder of the city of Lille. 1 Gervin I Successor to Enguerrand as head of the Abbey of Saint-Riquier. 1 Bartholomew of the Martyrs Archbishop of Braga who sought the help of Ignatius. 1 Cassian Hagiographical author recounting John's examples of obedience. 1 Chararic Local prince who initially opposed the influence of Clovis and Antimond. 1 Euphemia Mother of Saint Mathurin. 1 Jeanne Romero Mother of Marie-Anne de Jésus. 1 Eugene of Savoy Commander of the Christian army during the victory at Belgrade. 1 Aglaïs Mother of Saint Alexis, a Roman noblewoman. 1 Martin the Hermit Hermit who was the spiritual master of Gui. 1 Grimoald (godson) Godson of Dagobert and his direct assassin. 1 Frederick Count, relative of Emperor Henry II, companion of Richard in religious life. 1 Venantius Elder brother of Saint Honoratus, died in Greece. 1 Prohien Bishop of Bourges who appointed Auguste as abbot. 1 Edgar the Ætheling Brother of Saint Margaret and claimant to the English throne. 1 Philip (prefect) Praetorian prefect who arrested Paul and sent him into exile. 1 Radingus Bishop of Beauvais who ordained Evrou as a priest. 1 Cardinal Spinelli Archbishop of Naples who ordered the examination of the saint's conduct. 1 Childeric Last king of the first dynasty (Merovingians) replaced by Pepin. 1 Constantine IV Byzantine emperor and contemporary of Leo II. 1 Plectrode Mother of Saint Hugh. 1 François de Bonne de Lesdiguières Huguenot warlord who pillaged Embrun. 1 William of Corbeil Count who commissioned the miraculous statue of the Virgin. 1 Adhémar of Monteil Bishop of Le Puy and legate of the Holy See, acquirer of the relic at Antioch. 1 Odwin Nephew of Saint Folquin who oversaw the elevation of his relics. 1 Egwind Bifra Murderer of Canute IV. 1 Madeleine de la Peltrie Benefactress and founder of the Ursulines in Canada. 1 Rusticus Bishop of Trier who slandered Goar before being confounded by a miracle. 1 Evaric Arian King of the Visigoths responsible for the martyrdom of Ausile. 1 Boethius Famous Roman philosopher and brother-in-law of Saint Galla. 1 Dode Mother of Saint Chlodulf. 1 Gaudry Bishop of Lyon who ordained Galmier as a subdeacon. 1 Bernard of Italy Grandson of Charlemagne and pupil of Adalard, whose revolt caused the saint's exile. 1 Pierre-Louis Parisis Bishop of Arras who restored the reliquary in 1860. 1 Count of Geneva Political adversary of Amadeus who attacked him at Lausanne and Moudon. 1 Antoine d'Olivadi Capuchin preacher, spiritual master, and provincial of the saint. 1 Antener Disciple of Saint Silvin and author of his original biography. 1 R. P. Chamard Author and historian of the saints of Anjou. 1 Catilius Father of Saint Gemma and prefect of Galicia and Lusitania. 1 Sister Marie-Édouard Religious sister present during the event, who led the prayers. 1 Victoire Barbedette Mother of the visionaries Eugène and Joseph. 1 Jean Martianay Benedictine editor of the works of Saint Jerome. 1 Lations Converted lord who endowed the monastery of Bebron. 1 Potamiris Predecessor of Fructuosus on the see of Braga, deposed for impurity. 1 Vatha Leader of the pagan revolt and responsible for the martyrdom of Gerard. 1 Garsende Governess of Elzéar and a widow of eminent virtue. 1 Richard the Fearless Duke of Normandy who transferred the relics of Severus. 1 François d'Estaing Bishop of Rodez who presided over the translation of the relics in 1524. 1 Armentaria Wife of Gregory, daughter of a senator of Lyon. 1 Calfagie Wealthy Gallo-Roman woman healed and baptized by Ausonius, who became a consecrated virgin. 1 Louis II of Bar Cardinal who authenticated the saint's relics in 1413. 1 Praepedigna Mother of Saint Justina. 1 Valdemar I of Denmark King of Denmark who welcomed William. 1 Abbé Aubry Vicar of the chapter of Toul who saved the relics. 1 Eulodius Bishop of Bourges who succeeded Palladius. 1 William Rufus King of England in constant conflict with Anselm. 1 Florent Radwin Spiritual master of Thomas à Kempis. 1 Gregory of Saint-Meinrad English abbot of Saint-Meinrad who received Wolfgang into the order. 1 Louise de Rohan-Guéménée Governess in charge of the princess's education. 1 Anthemius Western Roman Emperor. 1 The innkeeper's daughter Woman who falsely accused Marine of having seduced her. 1 Plautilla Roman matron and convert who interred the bodies of the saints. 1 Bridius Powerful king of the Picts at the time of Columba's arrival. 1 Oudard Count healed through the intercession of John, donor of his tomb. 1 Pierre de Camelins 17th-century Bishop of Fréjus who authenticated the relics. 1 Viateur Predecessor of Landulphe as head of the diocese of Évreux. 1 Étienne de Bourg Relative of Ponce and first prior of Meyria. 1 Marquis de Montferrant Husband of Jeanne de Lestonnac and Baron of Guyenne. 1 Elpis First wife of Boethius, poetess and Christian from Sicily. 1 Othon de la Roche Burgundian lord who brought back the relic from the Fourth Crusade. 1 Abbé Guérin Parish priest of Pontmain at the time of the apparition. 1 Elizabeth Spiritual daughter of Suso who recorded his confidences. 1 Osmonde Blind lord healed through the intercession of Alène. 1 Baron de Renty Devout nobleman who maintained a spiritual union with Marguerite. 1 Emperor of the Tartars Mongol sovereign who protected Odoric during his missions. 1 Grand Duke of Russia Sovereign who prevented the mission to the Tatars. 1 Aimeric of Narbonne Archbishop of Narbonne who consecrated Fulcran. 1 Ison Famous master at the monastery of Saint Gall. 1 Jeanne d'Apremont Abbess of the Convent of Saint Clare in Pont-à-Mousson. 1 Didier of Évreux Bishop of Évreux who initially opposed the saint before repenting. 1 Fabian Prefect of Rome who condemned Tiburtius to martyrdom. 1 Flavia Wife of Valdelene and mother of Saint Donatus. 1 Bruno of Augsburg Brother of Henry II, often in conflict with him. 1 Hugues de Morville Bishop of Coutances who ordained Thomas Hélye. 1 Leocadius Roman senator, governor of Aquitania and Lugdunensis, donor of his palace in Bourges. 1 Constantin of Saint-Symphorien Abbot of Saint-Symphorien and contemporary biographer of the saint. 1 Bertulf Pagan count who opposed Bishop Vigor. 1 Peter IV of Aragon King of Aragon who ordered the opening of the saint's tomb. 1 Pierre de Brixey Bishop of Toul who founded a chapter in honor of the saint. 1 Lintrude Mother of Saint Manne. 1 Bathsheba Wife of Uriah then of David, mother of Solomon. 1 Maritome A Syrian of great merit who restored the Christian religion in the Indies. 1 Nechtan King of the Picts who consulted Ceolfrid on the liturgy. 1 Agence Companion in martyrdom of Saint Livaire. 1 Purgence Companion in martyrdom of Saint Livaire. 1 Bouchard of Marly Father of Saint Thibaud, Lord of Marly. 1 Waraton Mayor of the palace of Neustria. 1 Alain Gambier A Christian from Lille who saved the statue from revolutionary destruction. 1 Caesaria Sister of Caesarius and first abbess of the women's monastery in Arles. 1 Gautier de Coincy Prior of Vic-sur-Aisne and hagiographic author. 1 Italicus Officer charged with carrying out imperial cruelties in Brescia. 1 Rodolfo Gonzaga Younger brother of Louis to whom he ceded his titles. 1 Ferri of Locres Historian and author cited for his testimony regarding the influx of pilgrims. 1 George Hickes Scholar and author of the Thesaurus linguarum veterum septentrionalium. 1 Samuel Aba Usurper King of Hungary whom Gerard opposed. 1 Matrocles Prefect of the province, of Jewish origin, persecutor of Saint Benedicta. 1 Theopista Wife of Saint Eustace, martyred with him. 1 Audren King of Armorica who welcomed Guigner during his first exile. 1 Rencon Bishop of Clermont in the 11th century. 1 Prince of Gévaudan Local sovereign converted by Severian, who established the temporal power of the bishops. 1 Fulk the Good Count of Anjou, at whose court Odo stayed. 1 Ruremond Godson, disciple, and successor of Junien as abbot of Mairé. 1 Arthur de Richemont Constable and later Duke of Brittany, uncle of Peter II. 1 Hubba Danish prince, brother of Hinguer. 1 Francisco de Aguiar y Seijas Archbishop of Mexico who laid the first stone of the new sanctuary. 1 Emma of Normandy Mother of Saint Edward, Queen of England through her two marriages. 1 Guillaume de la Marck Leader of the Sea Beggars and instigator of the execution of the martyrs. 1 Charles II of Lorraine Duke of Lorraine and husband of Margaret. 1 Jean-Anthelme Depéry Author of the Hagiological History of Belley. 1 Sigebode Archbishop of Narbonne and mentor to Theodard. 1 Ravenius Priest and successor of Hilary to the archbishopric of Arles. 1 Daniel of Raithu Monk and first biographer of John Climacus. 1 John I Tzimiskes Byzantine emperor who rebuilt the church of Euchaita in the 10th century. 1 Jean-Jacques Armenius de Montfort Father of Jean d'Avellino. 1 Rigomer Husband of Saint Gertrude. 1 Roger of Beauvais Bishop of Beauvais who participated in the crusade. 1 Chrodegang Bishop of Metz who transferred the relics to Gorze. 1 John Moschus Historian and author who visited the laura and recorded the miracles. 1 Edgard Husband of Catherine, with whom he made a vow of chastity. 1 Jonathan Son of Saul and intimate friend of David. 1 Casimir-Alexis-Joseph Wicart Bishop of Laval who recognized the authenticity of the apparition. 1 Louis Guyot Sacristan of Cavaillon who assisted in the saint's conversion. 1 Mgr de Rohan-Chabot Bishop of Mende who called upon Coudrin as an auxiliary. 1 Henry I the Fowler Emperor who appointed Bennon to the bishopric of Metz. 1 Alydanus Lieutenant-general of Fredelas who denounced the saint out of romantic spite. 1 Girolamo and Pietro Ballerini Learned brothers from Verona, editors of the works of Zeno. 1 Guillaume de Nogaret Advisor to Philip the Fair involved in the Outrage of Anagni. 1 Sciarra Colonna Roman nobleman involved in the Outrage of Anagni. 1 Phaedimus Archbishop of Amasea who consecrated Gregory. 1 Naboth Owner of a vineyard, unjustly put to death by Jezebel. 1 Alexios I Komnenos Byzantine emperor at whose court Matthew stayed. 1 Archembaud Abbot of Saint-Epvre and collaborator of Gauzlin. 1 Charles the Simple King of France who favored the election of Gauzlin. 1 Raymond Pons Count of Toulouse, founder of the monastery of Thomières. 1 Gondovald Pretender to the throne of Aquitaine, natural son of Chlothar I. 1 Infant John Brother of Saint Joan of Portugal. 1 Sisebut Visigothic king under whose reign Helladius lived. 1 Suintila Visigothic king contemporary with Helladius. 1 Anschar Father of Saint Achard. 1 Ermene Mother of Saint Achard. 1 Saint Amalbert Son of Germer and Domane, who died prematurely. 1 Saint Domane Wife of Saint Germer, originally from La Roche-Guyon. 1 Baradach General of the armies of the King of Persia, converted by the Apostles. 1 Berchond Bishop of Amiens who advised Valery to settle in Leuconaüs. 1 Philippe of Saint-Brieuc Successor to Guillaume who continued the work on the cathedral and conducted the canonization process. 1 The husband of Theodora Husband of Theodora who eventually became a monk in the same monastery as her. 1 Raymond, Count of Rodez Noble who founded the monastery of Vabres. 1 Athelstan First King of England to welcome Dunstan to the court. 1 Gaufroy Viscount of Bourges and benefactor of the monastery. 1 Abderame Moorish sovereign under whose reign the persecution began in 850. 1 Father Proust Celestine religious who embellished the site in the 18th century. 1 Reccared Brother of Hermenegild, future Catholic king of Spain. 1 Ange Proust French Augustinian religious who founded a society under the name of the saint. 1 Ulpian Pontiff of the Capitol who attempted to corrupt Anastasia. 1 Duke of Milan Sovereign before whom Matthew had to justify himself. 1 Godefroy Brother of Frédéric, who reproaches him for his servile occupations. 1 William of Lincoln Founder of Revesby Abbey. 1 Tilman English monk and missionary who discovered and buried the bodies of the martyrs. 1 Bernard of Senlis Count who transferred the relics to Creil. 1 Étienne Macconi Disciple and secretary of Catherine, who became a Carthusian. 1 Adrowald Lord and donor of the land of Sithiu. 1 Jean Sanchez Cook who was spared and testified to the martyrdom. 1 Conan III Duke of Brittany, founder of Langonnet. 1 Hormisdas Governor of the province of Susa, murderer of Saint Milles. 1 Jean de Saint-Martin Master of music and ceremonies sent by the Pope to instruct the English. 1 M. de Lyonne French ambassador who requested relics from the Pope. 1 Bohemond of Antioch Crusader prince present at the Council of Poitiers. 1 Unroch Eldest son of Saint Everard. 1 Plato of Athens Greek philosopher cited by way of comparison. 1 Sweyn II Father of Canute IV and King of Denmark. 1 Charles III, Duke of Lorraine Duke of Lorraine who transferred the relics to Nancy. 1 Morcant Impius king who dethroned Byddech and exiled Kentigern. 1 Columba Monk, initially reclusive, later a voluntary martyr. 1 Henry VII Son of Emperor Frederick II, ward of Engelbert. 1 Abbé Peyrac Vicar of the Saint-Gérault parish and local source. 1 Burchard II Predecessor of Odolric at Lyon. 1 William of Modena Legate of the Holy See in Poland. 1 Mgr Cousseau 19th-century Bishop of Angoulême who restored the grotto and wrote a life of the saint. 1 Adelaide of Flanders Wife of Canute IV and daughter of the Count of Flanders. 1 Father Barré Minim friar who advised the saint on radical poverty. 1 Roger the Younger Fourth castellan of Lille and father of Saint Didier. 1 Birtace King of Ethiopia and persecutor of Matthew. 1 Theodoret Bishop of Caesarea deposed during the Council of Constantinople. 1 Conrad Gesner Scholar who oversaw the 1546 edition. 1 Hugues de Broies Baron who endowed the community in honor of the saint. 1 Lucretius of Die Bishop of Die to whom Ferreolus addressed his monastic rule. 1 Mgr Laurence Bishop of Tarbes who oversaw the opening of the tomb in 1850. 1 Pimeniola Wife of Saint Lupus and sister of Saint Hilary of Arles. 1 Hugh III of Dijon Count of Dijon and father of Saint Gebuin. 1 Theodoric I of Metz Bishop of Metz who brought the relics of Saint Lucy from Italy. 1 Bassin A deceased priest whose soul seeks the aid of Saint Venantius from purgatory. 1 Bernard of Gothia Son of the Count of Poitiers, abductor and murderer of Solange. 1 Jacob Father of Joseph and the twelve tribes. 1 Manuel I Komnenos Byzantine Emperor to whom Alvise was sent on an embassy. 1 Pierre Cauchon Bishop of Beauvais and chief judge at the condemnation trial of Joan of Arc. 1 Decentius Bishop of Leon who converted Marcellus and his family. 1 Eugene IV of Scotland King of Scotland and father of Saint Syra. 1 Mgr Guibert Bishop of Viviers who introduced the cause in Rome. 1 Mgr Rossat Bishop of Verdun who transformed the abbey into a retirement home. 1 Palladius Historian and witness to the life of the desert monks. 1 Emma Third daughter of Bertha, the repudiated Anglo-Saxon queen. 1 Jocundus Arian priest who advised Theodoric not to execute Armogastes to avoid making him a martyr. 1 Cerealis Roman magistrate who wished to marry Marcella after she was widowed. 1 Andrew I of Hungary King of Hungary who acceded to the demands of the pagans before repenting. 1 Pepin I of Aquitaine King of Aquitaine who translated the relics of Cyprian. 1 Gerard of Clairvaux Abbot of Clairvaux killed in 1175, close to Didier. 1 The Child of Calumny Child wrongly attributed to Theodore, who later became abbot of the monastery. 1 Frederick II, Holy Roman Emperor Emperor excommunicated and deposed during the councils attended by Geoffrey. 1 Gondoin Duke and lay founder of Granfeld. 1 Salomon of Constance Bishop of Constance who judged and protected Guiborat. 1 Benevolus Officer of Valentinian and disciple of Philastrius. 1 Sister Vitaline Religious sister of Pontmain consulted by the Barbedette family. 1 Augustin Fortinius Historian of the Camaldolese Order. 1 Clement of Osimo General of the Augustinians who brought Augustine to Rome. 1 Fragan Father of Saint Guénolé, Breton nobleman. 1 Astyages Brother of Polymius and responsible for the apostle's martyrdom. 1 Berthold of Andechs Father of the saint and founder of the monastery of Diessen. 1 Pierre de La Chapelle Jurisconsult, Bishop of Toulouse and cardinal, professor of Yves at Orléans. 1 Firmilian Successor of Urban, he condemned Pamphilus to death. 1 Thierry of Durham Confessor and biographer of Queen Margaret. 1 Rupert of Deutz Abbot and author of the life of Saint Heribert. 1 Pretiosus Faithful disciple of Saint Germier. 1 Imar Hermit and spiritual master of Malachy. 1 Philaret Father of Saint Nicetas, who became a hermit. 1 Studios Former consul and founder of the Stoudios Monastery. 1 Bonne Mother of John the Good, whose prayers obtained his conversion. 1 Galeus Manfredo Lord of Vicenza and husband of Beatrice the Second. 1 Prothadius Parent of Saint Prothadius and advisor to Theuderic II. 1 Burchard of Cambrai Bishop of Cambrai and first protector of Hugh. 1 Bertchramne Archbishop of Bordeaux and metropolitan of Pallais. 1 Henry VIII of England King of England responsible for the dissolution of the monasteries. 1 Marquard Father of Saint Thierry, a peasant and thief converted by his son. 1 Korah Leader of a revolt against the authority of Aaron. 1 Gautier Abbot of Arrouaise and author of the original biographical account in 1179. 1 M. Durand Parish priest of Saint-Irénée who had the tomb opened in 1824. 1 Raynard of Bar Bishop of Langres who regretted the departure of his archdeacon. 1 Africanus Provincial governor and judge of Phocas of Sinope. 1 Constance of Burgundy Wife of Alfonso VI who requested the saint's arrival. 1 Dom Nicolas Bassigny Prior of the Abbey of Saint-Épvre. 1 François Boldon Jesuit superior who visited the saint on her deathbed. 1 Henry (cardinal) Papal legate in France in the 12th century. 1 Leidrad Predecessor of Agobard to the see of Lyon. 1 Geoffroy de Châtillon Cardinal and papal legate who visited and reformed the customs of the solitaries. 1 House of Neil Illustrious Irish aristocratic lineage from which the saint descends. 1 Othe-Guillaume Count of Mâcon and relative of William. 1 Eadred King of England who sent Sigefred to Sweden. 1 Caesaria the Younger Successor to Saint Caesaria as head of the monastery of Arles. 1 Richard I of Normandy Duke of Normandy during whose reign the relics were discovered. 1 Ladislaus I of Hungary King of Hungary under whose reign canonization was pursued. 1 Dorothea Wife of Nicholas of Flüe. 1 Ferdinand Gonzaga Father of Aloysius, Marquis of Castiglione. 1 Ambert Wealthy lord of Aquitaine and father of Saint Tarcice. 1 Ansolade Sister of Thierry, religious at Maubeuge. 1 Blitilde Mother of Saint Tarcice and daughter of King Chlothar I. 1 Dona Géromine de Parédès Marianne's elder sister and educator. 1 Agneric Father of Saint Fare, count and lord of Pipimisium. 1 Carolingians Royal dynasty of which Aldric is said to be one of the last representatives. 1 Mgr Rey Bishop of Annecy, restorer of the pilgrimage in 1833. 1 Wilfred Abbot of Saint-Victor and predecessor of Isarne. 1 Ecgfrith of Northumbria King of Northumbria whose death was predicted by Cuthbert. 1 Godfrey III Count of Louvain and father of the saint. 1 Nicephorus I Byzantine emperor who exiled Plato. 1 Bason Second husband of Salaberga and father of her children. 1 Bernard Predecessor of Ismidon on the see of Die and former prior of Portes. 1 Andrew II of Hungary King of Hungary and father of Saint Elizabeth. 1 John Doukas Byzantine emperor met during the legation. 1 Fescenninus Roman governor and persecutor of Saints Nicaise and Denis. 1 Adalberon I Uncle of Adalberon II and his spiritual predecessor. 1 Asterius of Amasea Hagiographical author cited as a source. 1 Leufroy Governor and father of Saint Theofroy. 1 Quiteria Mother of Saint Gaudens, Catholic widow. 1 Cynegius Imperial officer tasked with the destruction of the temples in Gaza. 1 Cadaloüs Bishop of Parma and antipope opposed to Alexander II. 1 Enos Son of Seth. 1 Aymeric of Anchin Abbot of Anchin and friend of Odo. 1 John of Maguelone Bishop of Maguelone who imposed penance on Bernard in 1170. 1 Mary of Jerusalem Mother of John Mark, owner of a house that hosted the early Christians. 1 Conan-Meriadec First king of Brittany and ancestor of Saint Meriadec. 1 Gisulf Prince of Salerno, contemporary of Saint Leo. 1 Nitigias Bishop of Lugo and recipient of a collection of canons. 1 Odoric Bishop of Orléans, contemporary to the translation of the relics. 1 Conan of Montzigu Traveling companion and benefactor of Peter the Hermit. 1 Lambert of Clermont Traveling companion and benefactor of Peter the Hermit. 1 Nebuzaradan General of the Babylonians who captured Jerusalem. 1 John the Faster Patriarch of Constantinople who assumed the title of Ecumenical. 1 Ethelburh of Kent Princess of Kent and wife of Edwin, she promoted the conversion of the kingdom. 1 The provincial governor Political authority who ordered the saint's execution. 1 Vital Durant French assassin involved in the murder. 1 Antonio-Maria Buccarelli Viceroy of Mexico and benefactor of the sanctuary. 1 Bernard de Montaut Archbishop of Auch who consecrated Bertrand. 1 Bernlef Blind singer miraculously healed by Ludger. 1 Mani Founder of Manichaeism, Persian slave. 1 Prisca Wife of Diocletian, a secret Christian who protected Susanna. 1 Ansa Wife of Desiderius, King of the Lombards, who had the relics transferred to Brescia. 1 Children of Liberatus Children of the couple, used as a means of pressure by the persecutors. 1 Isdegerdes King of Persia under whom James initially apostatized. 1 Lorenzo Gambacorti Brother of Clare, murdered beneath the monastery walls. 1 Syagrius The last representative of Roman authority in Gaul, defeated at Soissons. 1 Louis of France Father of Marie-Clotilde. 1 Maria Josepha of Saxony Mother of Marie-Clotilde. 1 Gobazes King of the Laz in Colchis. 1 Anselin Count of Verdun who usurped Church property. 1 Basil the Elder Father of Saint Macrina. 1 Lejeune Revolutionary representative who ordered the destruction of relics. 1 Naucratius Brother of Macrina who died prematurely in solitude. 1 Fabrice Caracciolo Abbot of Saint Mary Major and co-founder of the Order. 1 Augard Contemporary author and eyewitness to the martyrdom of Theodore. 1 Tobias Individual accused of having abducted the child. 1 Primus Roman count, relative of Lysimachus, converted to Christianity. 1 Simplicianus Priest who guided Augustine toward conversion in Milan. 1 Thomaide Nun who held the second rank in the monastery after Brienne. 1 Antigone Senator of Constantinople and father of Saint Euphrasia. 1 Baldwin VII, Count of Flanders Count of Flanders who designated Charles as his successor. 1 Henri-Jacques Espérandieu Architect of the current sanctuary. 1 Louis XVI King of France and brother of Marie-Clotilde. 1 Isoard Count of Die and crusader who accompanied Ismidon to Palestine. 1 Synilaz German lord who called upon Pirmin to evangelize the Rhine region. 1 Praetextatus Pagan consul whose death is contrasted with that of Saint Lea by Jerome. 1 Fredegis Bishop of Clermont who ordained James as a priest. 1 Philippe de Dreux Bishop of Beauvais and protector of Eustace. 1 Saint Henry King of Germany (Henry II) who authorized the coronation of Bruno. 1 Charles d'Attiehy Historian of the Order of Friars Minor and Bishop of Riez and Autun. 1 Philippe d'Harcourt Bishop of Bayeux present during the translation in the 12th century. 1 Celerinus Prefect who ordered the arrest of Chrysanthus and Daria. 1 Baudri of Utrecht Bishop of Utrecht and first tutor of Bruno. 1 Hallon Brother of King Hoël, subject of a prophecy of death. 1 Maximus of Antioch Bishop of Antioch restored to his see by Abundius. 1 Jean de Béthune Bishop of Cambrai who ordained William as a priest. 1 Griphon Third son of Charles Martel, healed by the saint. 1 Sinibaldi Father of Saint Rosalia, knight and lord. 1 Abondantia Christian woman who buried the body of Saint Gregory. 1 Eustasius Abbot of Luxeuil and master of Acharius. 1 Jean Molanus Hagiographer and theologian, author of the Saints of Flanders. 1 The young libertine A man who attempted to abduct Eudoxia, died, and was subsequently resurrected by her. 1 Mgr Gousset Professor of theology who authenticated the relics in 1825. 1 Palladia Wife of Salvian, converted by him to Christianity. 1 Pierre Giraud Archbishop of Cambrai who restored the cult of Eubert. 1 Guillaume de Bellême Norman lord who had a sanctuary built for the relics of Leonard. 1 Seberect King of the East Saxons whose death led to an apostasy. 1 Dom Morin Religious of Ferrières, historian and architect of parts of the sanctuary. 1 François Pacini A cruel soldier converted by the saint's influence. 1 Byddech Haël King of the Southern Picts and protector of Kentigern. 1 Abbé Ciret de la Ville Professor of theology and author of a study on the Christian origins of Bordeaux. 1 Lucien Bonaparte Brother of Napoleon who protected the church of Saint-Maximin. 1 Marie Nizier Delorme Missionary companion of Chanel. 1 Campolo Chaplain of the Roman Church, accomplice of Pascal in the attack. 1 Agnoald Father of Saint Agile and a lord at the court of Childebert II. 1 Aquilina Mother of Saint Victor, martyred with her son. 1 Echinoald Mayor of the palace in Neustria, donor of the lands of Fontenelle. 1 Rumel Sculptor who witnessed the miraculous creation of the statue. 1 Cosifinit Archdeacon and successor to Gurval in the bishopric of Aleth. 1 Gerard of Cambrai Bishop of Cambrai and Arras in the 11th century. 1 Marie-Thérèse of France Daughter of Louis XVI, she performed a novena and made offerings in 1819. 1 Marquis of Pianezze Prime Minister to the Duke of Savoy and benefactor of the Oratory. 1 Amadeus IX, Duke of Savoy Duke of Savoy who organized the transfer of relics to Rivoli. 1 Thesceline Mother of Blessed Oda. 1 Claude Bernard A Parisian priest renowned for his charity, whose beatification was requested. 1 Minase Successor of Romain and predecessor of Oyend as abbot. 1 Reginald of Orleans Influential Dominican preacher in Paris. 1 Astasius Roman general who condemned Gervasius and Protasius to martyrdom. 1 Jean Chuppin Canon of Sainte-Madeleine who brought relics to Besançon. 1 Eleanor of Aquitaine Daughter of William, heiress of Guyenne and Poitou. 1 Macarius of Antioch Patriarch of Antioch deposed for Monothelite heresy. 1 Sancha of Majorca Queen of Naples, friend and companion in charitable works of Delphine. 1 Haybert Blind man miraculously healed at the saint's tomb in 805. 1 Mgr Devie 19th-century Bishop of Belley who restored the cult of the saint. 1 Kublai Khan Emperor of China who requested Christian scholars from the Pope. 1 Eleonor de Castro Wife of Francis Borgia. 1 Berlion Successor of Ponce to the see of Belley. 1 Arthur Dumontier Author of the Franciscan martyrology cited as a source. 1 Plectrude Wife of Pepin, associated with benefactions toward the saint. 1 Agathius Proconsul of Sora who condemned the saint. 1 Count of Montalembert Author of the work 'The Monks of the West', used as a source. 1 Jean de Besançon Knight who brought back the saint's relic during the Fifth Crusade. 1 Fra Anastasio Student of Jacques d'Ulm in Bologna. 1 Alexander of Pharan Disciple of Arsenius. 1 Aspasius Lieutenant of the prefect who condemned Agnes to the stake and then to the sword. 1 Adeodatus Natural son of Saint Augustine. 1 Ulrich Bavarian nobleman who became a hermit alongside Nicholas. 1 Aidan King of Scotland consecrated or advised by Saint Columba. 1 Aldebert III Bishop of Mende in the 12th century, responsible for the invention of relics. 1 Alésia Borromeo Mother of Emily Bicchieri. 1 Constance de Roxas Mother of Simon de Roxas. 1 Grégoire Ruiz Father of Simon de Roxas. 1 Regnarius A wealthy man punished and subsequently healed by Pardulphus after stealing mushrooms. 1 Guillaume de Sabran Paternal uncle of Elzéar and abbot of Saint-Victor in Marseille. 1 Gero Archbishop of Cologne, died in 974. 1 Roussel Historian of Verdun and source of the text. 1 Sancha Carilla Daughter of the lord of Guadalcazar, spiritually guided by the saint. 1 Euprepius Brother of Cosmas and Damian, martyr with them. 1 Lothair of Harstad Simoniacal candidate imposed by the emperor. 1 Aldegonde Widow of Angers whose son was resurrected by Saint Maura. 1 Ansegisel Brother of the saint and ancestor of the Carolingian dynasty. 1 Anno of Cologne Archbishop of Cologne (1056-1075) who granted relics to Dortmund. 1 Ragemfred Neustrian Mayor of the Palace who expelled Benignus. 1 Vandon Intruder who replaced Benignus at Fontenelle. 1 Amadeus of Tramelay Archbishop of Besançon who received the relic in 1206. 1 Casimir III King of Poland and father of the saint. 1 Hosius of Corduba Bishop who failed in the faith according to the text. 1 Tarcote Wife of Lothair and daughter of the King of the Lombards. 1 Enteware Servant and faithful companion of Saint Wivine in her retreat. 1 Julianus Silanus Roman proconsul and fiancé of Valeria who ordered her execution. 1 Abbé Morel Parish priest of Saint-Urbain and source of hagiographic documents. 1 Asmodeus Demon who killed the successive husbands of Sarah. 1 Count Agilon Governor of Touraine and executor of the will. 1 Cyrus the Great King of the Persians who issued the edict for the liberation of the Jews. 1 Henry I the Liberal Count of Champagne who organized the translation of relics. 1 Henri Im Grund Parish priest of Stans and friend of Nicholas. 1 Simon Sallet Lord of Lifol and Treasurer of Lorraine, donor of a reliquary. 1 Charles of Lorraine Brother of King Lothair, he transferred the relics to Brussels. 1 Jeanne de Montefalcone Older sister of Clare and first superior of the community. 1 Pagan of Como Dominican inquisitor. 1 Claude of France Queen of France, wife of Francis I. 1 Flavius Clemens Maximus Roman general and imperial usurper in Armorica. 1 Eldebode Steward of King Chlothar II, persecutor of Maximus. 1 Abbé Marconi Confessor and biographer of the saint in Rome. 1 Guillaume de La Chapelle Archbishop of Toulouse and cardinal, uncle of Roger le Fort. 1 Hettus Archbishop of Trier who transferred the relics to Koblenz. 1 Isambert I Bishop of Poitiers in the 11th century who rediscovered the relics. 1 Progulus Predecessor of Saint Genesius on the see of Clermont. 1 Eumenius Pagan rhetorician from Autun, director of the Maenian schools. 1 Henri Augemit Father of Michel des Saints. 1 Marguerite de Monserrada Mother of Michael of the Saints. 1 Governor of Patara Roman authority who condemned Saint Leo. 1 Abraham Disciple of Sisoes who assisted him in his old age. 1 Walafrid Strabo Famous disciple of Rabanus Maurus. 1 Boblia Mother of Servat, a pious and hospitable woman. 1 Modestus Praetorian prefect under Valens who attempted to intimidate Basil. 1 François-Marie Taurugio Archbishop of Avignon and protector of César de Bus. 1 Promotus Roman consul in 389 and founder of a monastery. 1 Quintien Father of Avoye, a petty king of Sicily who was initially a persecutor and later converted. 1 Paul Donat Senator of Venice whose burial led to the discovery of the body of Daniel. 1 Squirius Roman governor of Lower Guyenne, persecutor then convert. 1 Laure Garguilo Mother of the saint. 1 Evagrius Ponticus Disciple of Macarius the Egyptian. 1 Jean de Terni Husband of Angeline, with whom he lived in chastity. 1 Bishop of Cremona Ecclesiastical superior who appointed Fazzio as visitor general of the convents. 1 Marguerite of Beaumont-le-Vicomte Widow of a Scottish prince and initial founder of the Charterhouse of Le Parc. 1 Tancmar Chaplain to the count and rival of the Erembald family. 1 Burcard Bishop of Cambrai who ordained Albert as a priest. 1 M. de La Laurence Bishop of Nantes who established the saint's feast day in 1790. 1 Peada of Mercia First Christian king of Mercia and initial founder of Peterborough. 1 Robert of Ostrovand Author of the life of Saint Albert used as a source. 1 Reccared I King of the Goths who converted to Catholicism. 1 Ulphon Prince of Nericia and father of Saint Catherine. 1 Venus Pagan goddess whose idol was broken by the saints. 1 Alonso de Cartagena Bishop of Burgos who ordained John. 1 Innocent Valetta Close friend of the saint and witness to a posthumous apparition. 1 Juan Sperandio One of the direct assassins of Peter of Arbues. 1 Cardinal Donnet Archbishop of Bordeaux who revived the pilgrimage in the 19th century. 1 Jean Michel Sacristan who protected the statue during the French Revolution. 1 Rahab Woman of Jericho who hid the Israelite spies. 1 Roger I Count of Foix, founder of the monastery of Saint-Volusien. 1 Saint Clare Disciple of Francis of Assisi and founder of the Franciscan female branch. 1 Godwin Anchorite and companion of Godric in the desert of Carlisle. 1

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