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In 657 King Oswey pledged his infant daughter to the church and to the care of Hilda.
She was granted was granted large tracts of land by the King and founded a new monastery on the cliffs of Whitby, then known as Streonshalh. Hilda became the founding abbess of that a new monastery. She remained there until her death.
Archaeological evidence shows that Whitby monastery was in the Celtic style, with its members living in small houses, each for two or three people. The tradition in double monasteries, such as Hartlepool and Whitby, was that men and women lived separately, but worshiped and worked together. The simple buildings were made of thatch and timber. The exact location and size of the church associated with this monastery, is unknown.
She was granted was granted large tracts of land by the King and founded a new monastery on the cliffs of Whitby, then known as Streonshalh. Hilda became the founding abbess of that a new monastery. She remained there until her death.
Archaeological evidence shows that Whitby monastery was in the Celtic style, with its members living in small houses, each for two or three people. The tradition in double monasteries, such as Hartlepool and Whitby, was that men and women lived separately, but worshiped and worked together. The simple buildings were made of thatch and timber. The exact location and size of the church associated with this monastery, is unknown.
Bede states that the original ideals of monasticism were maintained strictly in Hilda's abbey. All property and goods were held in common; Christian virtues were exercised, especially peace and charity. Everyone had to study the Bible and do good works.
The monastery's reputation and that of its Abbess spread throughout the country. Contemporary accounts report that Hilda was visited by Kings and princes, who sought ot her advice on matters of faith and state.
Graphic: Orthodox Icon of Hilda
living water link to monasticism a brief History.of Iona
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Hello Brad,
Just found your lovely blog while looking for St. Hilda icons. I'm vicar at St. Hilda's Episcopal Church in Monmouth, Oregon. We're re-making our website and I'd like to put an icon of Hilda up. Wondering where the one you have came from and if it is usable.
And, thank you for your info...we are headed in a Celtic direction. We enjoy learning more about Hilda too. I read somewhere that the birds tip their wings when they pass over her grave:)
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