People Who Died in 597
Columba
Irish missionary and founder of Iona
Born
December 7th, 521 1503 years ago
Died
June 9th, 597 1427 years ago — 75 years old
A significant figure in early Irish Christianity, established a monastic community on the island of Iona. Contributed to the spread of Christianity throughout Scotland and founded several churches. Played a critical role in the development of Irish monasticism and manuscript production. Remembered as a prominent saint in the Christian tradition.
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