A portrait of St. Bernward of Hildesheim
St. Bernward of Hildesheim
c. 960 – 1022
Feast
November 20 · XI c.
Patron of
Architects · Goldsmiths · Painters · Sculptors
Order
Bishop / Artist
German Benedictine bishop of Hildesheim (993-1022), patron of sacred art and architecture; commissioned the famous bronze doors and column of the Hildesheim Cathedral, considered among the masterpieces of Ottonian art. Feast November 20.
Life & Times
Born: c. 960 · Died: 1022 · From: Germany.
Patronage
St. Bernward of Hildesheim is invoked as the patron of architects, goldsmiths, painters, sculptors. Those in these callings or circumstances often turn to this saint in prayer.
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Catholic saints, including St. Bernward of Hildesheim, are Christians whom the Catholic Church has formally recognized as having lived lifes of heroic holiness and who now dwell with God in heaven, offering an example of faith for those still on their earthly journey. Catholics don't worship saints, but ask them to pray to God with us and for us — much as one might ask a trusted friend to pray for them — trusting that those closest to God can join their voices to ours before Him. Discover more saints in the Catholic Shop Saints section.