RAHERE English churchman, founder of St Bartholomews monastery
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RAHERE English churchman, founder of St Bartholomews monastery
RAHERE English churchman, founder of St Bartholomews monastery, later a hospital after St B appeared to him in a vision. Date: ? - 1144
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Appeared Bartholomew Churchman Founder Monastery Vision Rahere
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1. Title: A Visionary Founder: Raherus (Rahere), the English Churchman and the Birth of St. Bartholomew's Hospital Raherus, or Rahere, was a prominent English churchman, born in an uncertain year but believed to have lived during the late 11th and early 12th centuries. This evocative image depicts Raherus in the prime of his life, clad in the robes of a cleric, with a pious expression and a book in hand. Raherus is best known for his role in the founding of St. Bartholomew's Monastery, later to become one of London's most renowned hospitals. The exact date of Raherus' vision, in which St. Bartholomew appeared to him and instructed him to establish a monastery and hospital, is not definitively recorded. However, it is believed to have occurred around the year 1144. The monastery, which was initially located in Smithfield, London, was dedicated to St. Bartholomew, the apostle and patron saint of the sick. Raherus' vision marked the beginning of a long and storied history for this institution, which would go on to provide care for the sick and the poor for centuries to come. This photograph, taken from a historical archive, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the founding of a monastery and hospital was a transformative act of compassion and faith. The image captures the essence of Raherus, a visionary churchman who answered the call of St. Bartholomew and, in doing so, left an indelible mark on the history of London and the world. As we contemplate this image, we are reminded of the power of faith, the importance of compassion, and the enduring legacy of those who have dedicated their lives to the service of others. This photograph is not only a testament to the past but also a reminder of the ongoing mission of St. Bartholomew's Hospital to provide care and support to those in need.
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