Adalgott

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Saint Adalgott
Saint Adalgott as a contemplative; artist unknown, Baroque Swiss composition
Abbot and Bishop
Born 12th century
Died 1165
Feast 3 October
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Saint Adalgott (d. 1165) is the name of an twelfth-century monk, bishop and Roman Catholic saint. He entered Clairvaux as a monk, and was appointed as abbot of Disentis.

He cared for the sick and poor. He was subsequently named bishop of Chur, and continued to care for the poor. He founded a hospital in 1150. His feast day is celebrated October 3.

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