Simpert facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Saint Simpert |
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| Died | 13 October 807 |
| Venerated in | Roman Catholic Church |
| Feast | 13 October |
| Patronage | Augsburg |
Saint Simpert (who died on October 13, 807) was an important religious leader long ago. He was an abbot (the head of a monastery), a bishop (a high-ranking church leader), and a confessor (someone who showed great faith). People believed he was the nephew of the famous emperor Charlemagne.
Who Was Saint Simpert?
Simpert lived in the late 700s and early 800s. He was a key figure in the Christian church during that time. His life showed strong dedication to his faith and his community.
Early Life and Education
Simpert received his education at Murbach Abbey. This was a large monastery located in a region called Alsace. While there, he joined the Benedictine order. This meant he followed the rules of Saint Benedict. He also became the abbot, or leader, of the monastery.
Becoming a Bishop
In the year 778, a very important event happened. Emperor Charlemagne chose Simpert to become the bishop of Augsburg. Augsburg is a city in what is now Germany. This was a big responsibility.
As bishop, Simpert worked hard to make his church area stronger. He made sure the bishopric (the area a bishop oversees) was well-organized. He lived in different places, including Neuburg an der Donau, Staffelsee Abbey, and Augsburg itself.
His Work and Legacy
Simpert helped rebuild important churches. One of these was the Basilica of St. Afra. Even though he was a bishop, he also remained the abbot of Murbach. This meant he led both a large church area and a monastery at the same time.
Simpert passed away on October 13, 807. He was buried in St. Afra's church. Since 1624, he has been considered a special patron saint of Augsburg. A patron saint is like a protector or guide for a place or group of people. His special recognition as a saint began in 1468.
