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Saint Patrick's Mission to Ireland

Type Event Region Ireland Time c. 432–461

From around 432 CE, Saint Patrick conducted Christian missionary work in Ireland, establishing church organizations, baptizing converts, and travelin…

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  1. c. 432Eastern coast of Ireland · IrelandAccording to Patrick's Confession, he was called by a vision to return to Ireland, where he had once been enslaved, landing on the eastern coast and beginning to spread the Christian gospel to local tribes.
  2. c. 433–460Ireland · IrelandPatrick traveled throughout Ireland, preaching and baptizing tribal chiefs and commoners; according to tradition, he converted large numbers of Irish to Christianity and trained local clergy.
  3. 444–461Armagh · ArmaghPatrick established an episcopal see and church center at Armagh, laying the foundation for Irish church organization. His missionary legacy became a core symbol of Irish Christianity and cultural identity.

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