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Died 688. The noble Northumbrian Esterwine, spent his youth at court, and then entered the monastery of Wearmouth, where he was professed under his kinsman St. Benedict Biscop (f.d. January 12). He succeeded St. Benet as abbot of Wearmouth and ruled four years, dying before its founder. He was celebrated for his gentleness (Benedictines, Gill).


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