6th century. Cynwl, the brother of Saint Deiniol (Daniel), was the first
bishop of Bangor (Wales.) He lived an austere life in northern Wales.
Many churches have been dedicated to his honour
(
Benedictines).
Troparion of St Cynwl
Tone 7
Thou wast a worthy brother of Bangor's Bishop Deiniol,
O holy hermit Cynwl.
Having passed from thine austere life on earth
to eternal glory in heaven,
pray to Christ our God for the people of these lands,
that He may grant us His great mercy.