Robert de Sigello facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Robert de Sigello |
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| Bishop of London | |
| Appointed | 1141 |
| Reign ended | 1150 |
| Predecessor | Anselm of St Saba |
| Successor | Richard de Beaumis II |
| Orders | |
| Consecration | 1141 |
| Personal details | |
| Died | probably either 28 or 29 September 1150 |
| Denomination | Catholic |
Robert de Sigello (died 1150) was an important person in medieval England. He served as a Bishop of London and also as the Lord Chancellor of England.
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Robert de Sigello's Life and Work
Serving the King
Robert de Sigello held a very important job for the king. He was the "keeper of the king's seal" from 1133 to 1135. This role was usually known as the Lord Chancellor. The Lord Chancellor was a powerful official who helped the king manage the country. They were in charge of important documents and the royal seal.
Becoming a Bishop
In 1141, Robert de Sigello was chosen to become the Bishop of London. He was nominated for this important church position by Empress Matilda. Being "nominated to the see of London" meant he was chosen to lead the church in that area. He was then "consecrated," which is a special ceremony that makes someone a bishop. This likely happened around July of that year.
His Final Years
Robert de Sigello continued his work as Bishop of London until his death. He passed away in 1150. Records show that his death was remembered on both September 28 and September 29. This means he probably died on one of those two dates in 1150.
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