Mainchín of Limerick

Mainchín of Limerick
St. Munchin by Catherine O'Brien at the Honan Chapel
BornMainchín mac Setnai
FeastJanuary 2

Mainchín mac Setnai (fl. late 6th century), also anglicised to Munchin, was allegedly the founder of the church of Luimneach (now Limerick), Ireland, and a saint in Irish tradition, acquiring special eminence as patron of Limerick City. Both his origins and the date of his association with the city are debated.

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