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Swithun, English bishop and saint (born c. 800)

Historical image related to Swithun, English bishop and saint (born c. 800) from July 2, 862

Swithun

Bishop of Winchester (died 863)

Swithun was an Anglo-Saxon bishop of Winchester and subsequently patron saint of Winchester Cathedral. His historical importance as bishop is overshadowed by his reputation for posthumous miracle-working. According to tradition, if it rains on Saint Swithun's bridge (Winchester)…
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July 2

Day of the year

July 2 is the 183rd day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 182 days remain until the end of the year.
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