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Hand carved in Maple wood and hand painted by professional artists. Made in Italy. St Meinhard of Hersfeld Figurine is available in various sizes and finishes.

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Feast day of St. Meinhard: 26th September

When did St. Meinhard of Hersfeld live: in the eleventh century

Biography:
Saint Meinhard of Hersfeld was a benedictine monk in Hersfeld who was elected abbot in 1036. One year after his consacration, his monastery burnt down due to a fire and Meinhard put great efforts in rebuilding it. He was known for his severe attitude and his zeal for science. His episcopacy was overshadowed by a conflict with bishop Burkhard of Halberstadt. Meinhard died in 1059

Statues and wooden sculptures representing St. Meinhard of Hersfeld - portrayal, imagery and emblem: St. Meinhard of Hersfeld is shown as an abbot with abbot's crook, cross around his neck and books.