Túathal (bishop of the Scots) facts for kids

Túathal was an important church leader in Scotland a long time ago. He was the ninth Bishop of St Andrews, a very significant position in the church during the 11th century.

Who Was Túathal?

Túathal was a high-ranking church official known as a bishop. A bishop is a leader in the Christian church, similar to a superintendent for many churches in a specific area. Túathal was in charge of the church in St Andrews, a famous town in Scotland.

He took over from another bishop named Máel Dúin. After Túathal, a well-known bishop called Fothad II became the next leader.

Learning About Túathal's Time as Bishop

We know about Túathal from old records and writings. A historian named Walter Bower, who lived much later, wrote about him in a list of bishops. This list helps us understand who led the church in St Andrews over the years.

Túathal's name is also found in other old documents. One important document is a "charter." A charter is like an official written agreement or record from a long time ago. This particular charter was kept in the records of the Priory of St. Andrews.

What Did Túathal Do?

The old charter tells us that Bishop Túathal made an important gift. He gave some land and a church in a place called Scoonie to a religious group known as the Céli Dé. This group lived near Loch Leven. The Céli Dé were a special group of monks who followed strict religious rules.

This gift shows that Túathal had power and influence during his time as bishop.

How Long Was He Bishop?

Walter Bower's writings suggest that Túathal was the Bishop of St Andrews for about four years. We know that the bishop who came before him, Máel Dúin, passed away in 1055. This helps us estimate Túathal's time as bishop. It was likely between the years 1055 or 1056 and 1059 or 1060.