Chronicon Iriense facts for kids
The Chronicon Iriense is a short history book written in Latin long ago. It tells the story of the Diocese of Iria Flavia, which is now known as Santiago de Compostela in Spain. This chronicle covers events from the year 561 to 982.
You can often find the Chronicon Iriense attached to another old book called the Historia Compostellana. Some people think it was written to finish the story told in the Historia. However, others believe it was written around 982 by a bishop named Pelayo Rodríguez, who might have been a bit upset because he had just lost his position.
The Chronicon starts with Andrew, who was a bishop in 561. It then continues through the time of many other bishops, ending with Pedro Martínez de Monsoncio.
The Discovery of Saint James
One of the most interesting parts of the Chronicon Iriense is its mention of the discovery of the body of Saint James. This happened when Theodomirus was bishop, during the rule of King Alfonso II the Chaste.
The chronicle doesn't explain exactly how the body was found. But it does say that Theodomirus became the first bishop of the new city of Santiago de Compostela. This happened during the time of Charlemagne, who was known as the King of France.
Old Editions of the Chronicle
Historians have published the Chronicon Iriense in different collections over the years. Here are a few examples:
- In a book called Historia de España by Juan de Ferreras, published in 1727.
- In a series called España Sagrada by Enrique Flórez, published in 1765.
- In a special edition by M. R. García Álvarez, published in 1963.
See also
In Spanish: Chronicon Iriense para niños
