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March 1 · Optional · White

St David of Wales

(c. 500–589) Abbot-bishop of Menevia and patron of Wales, founder of austere monasteries where monks pulled the plough themselves and drank only water. His last sermon survives in one line: 'Be joyful, keep the faith, and do the little things.'

When is the feast of St David of Wales?

The feast is celebrated on March 1 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar, with white vestments.

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When is the feast of St David of Wales?

The feast of St David of Wales is celebrated on March 1 each year, kept as a optional in the General Roman Calendar.

Who was St David of Wales?

(c. 500–589) Abbot-bishop of Menevia and patron of Wales, founder of austere monasteries where monks pulled the plough themselves and drank only water. His last sermon survives in one line: 'Be joyful, keep the faith, and do the little…

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