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