About Saint Bede the Venerable
Bede was an eighth-century English Benedictine monk, priest, teacher, and scholar at Wearmouth-Jarrow. His Ecclesiastical History remains a foundational source for early English Christianity, while his biblical commentaries, chronology, hymns, and scientific works served monastic learning. He died in 735 while completing a translation of John’s Gospel.
Prayer
Pray with Saint Bede the Venerable
God of wisdom, you blessed Saint Bede with disciplined study joined to prayer. Through his intercession, guide scholars, historians, and teachers to seek truth humbly and share it clearly. Help us use every gift of learning in service of Scripture, community, and praise. Amen.
