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Fiacre, Irish hermit

Historical image related to Fiacre, Irish hermit from August 18, 670

Saint Fiacre

Name of three different Irish saints

Fiacre is the name of three different Irish saints, the most famous of which is Fiacre of Breuil, the priest, abbot, hermit, and gardener of the seventh century who was famous for his sanctity and skill in curing infirmities. He emigrated from his native Ireland to France, where…
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Recluse

Person who lives in voluntary seclusion from the public and society

A recluse is a person who lives in voluntary seclusion and solitude. The word is from the Latin recludere, which means 'to open' or 'disclose'.
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