Cyneweard of Glastonbury facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Cyneweard |
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| Bishop of Wells | |
| Province | Canterbury |
| Enthroned | c. 973 or 974 |
| Reign ended | 975 |
| Predecessor | Byrhthelm |
| Successor | Sigar |
| Personal details | |
| Died | 28 June 975 |
| Previous post | Abbot of Milton |
Cyneweard (died 975) was an important religious leader in Anglo-Saxon England. He served as a Bishop in the town of Wells.
Who Was Cyneweard?
Cyneweard started his religious journey as a monk at Glastonbury Abbey, which was a very famous monastery back then. A monastery is a place where monks live and work together.
From Monk to Abbot
In 964, Cyneweard became the abbot of Milton Abbey. An abbot is like the head or leader of a monastery. This was a big responsibility, showing he was a respected and trusted person.
Becoming a Bishop
Around 973 or 974, Cyneweard was chosen to become the Bishop of the Diocese of Wells. A diocese is an area that a bishop is in charge of, overseeing churches and religious life there. Being a bishop meant he was a very high-ranking religious leader.
His Time as Bishop
Cyneweard served as Bishop of Wells for a short time. He passed away on 28 June 975 while still in office. His death is even mentioned in an old poem called "The Death of King Edgar," which was part of the Anglo-Saxon Chronicle, a collection of historical records from that time.
