Saint Gengulphus of Burgundy was a Burgundian courtier born in the 8th century Burgundy, France and died on May 11 760 AD in Avallon, France. We celebrate his feast day on May 11 every year in the Catholic Church.
St Gengulphus of Burgundy Biography |
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| Date of Birth | 8th century |
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| Country of Birth | Burgundy, France |
| Matrimony/Holy Orders | Saints who were Monks |
| Place of Work | France |
| Date of Death | May 11 760 AD |
| Place of Death | Avallon, France |
| Feast Day | May 11 |
| Canonization | Pre-Congregation |
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Saint’s Biography
Saint Gengulphus of Burgundy was born in Burgundy, France. His parents were the main supporters of his Christian upbringing, and when they died, Gengulphus had to start dealing with the inherited lands that he was able to administer with prudence and wisdom. Gengulphus married a girl belonging to a noble family. But his wife did not possess all the virtues of her holy husband.
Gengulphus took part as a knight in the many wars waged by Pepin the Short. Later he preferred to devote himself to preaching the Gospel in Friesland. Back home, Gengulphus discovered his wife had cheated on him. Wishing her no harm he became a hermit in his castle at Avallon, France. On May 11 760 his wife lover killed him.
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