Wisurich von Passau

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Wisurich von Passau (* unknown; † 777 ) was the 5th bishop of Passau from 770 to 777 .

Not much is known about the life and work of Wisurich. Like his predecessor, Anthelm , he was German. In 770 he took part in the regional synod of Dingolfing. He made several valuable acquisitions for the Diocese of Passau . During his pontificate the bones of Saint Valentine were transferred from Raetia to Passau.

predecessor Office successor
Anthel Bishop of Passau
770-777 		Waldrich
personal data
SURNAME Wisurich von Passau
BRIEF DESCRIPTION Bishop of Passau (770-777)
DATE OF BIRTH 7th century or 8th century
DATE OF DEATH 777