Robert of Knaresborough
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Robert of Knaresborough (St. Robert, born Robert Flower, c. 1160 – 24 September 1218)[1] was a British hermit who lived in a cave by the River Nidd, Knaresborough, North Yorkshire. His feast day is celebrated on 24 September, although he has not yet been officially canonised. Robert was born in York to wealthy parents but shunned this life for that of religious adherence. He is noted in the town of Knaresborough for creating a holy order in the town belonging to the Trinitarians.
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Saint Robert of Knaresborough | |
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Born | c. 1160 |
Residence | a cave at Knaresborough |
Died | 1218 (aged 57–58) Knaresborough, North Yorkshire |
Venerated in | Catholic Church |
Major shrine | Knaresborough |
Feast | 24 September |
Attributes | a bearded monk holding a book |
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