Beuno

Beuno is a Welsh saint, also known as Saint Beuno, who lived in the 6th and 7th centuries. He is widely regarded as a significant figure in early Welsh Christianity and is associated with numerous churches and holy wells throughout Wales, particularly in Gwynedd.

His most famous connection is with the church of Clynnog Fawr in Gwynedd, which became a major monastic center under his leadership. Legend holds that Beuno was a learned man who established a monastery there and taught many disciples. The site of Clynnog Fawr is believed to have been a place of spiritual importance even before Beuno's arrival.

Another significant site associated with Beuno is Pistyll Beuno, a waterfall and holy well near his church at Clynnog Fawr. This well is said to possess healing properties and has been a place of pilgrimage for centuries. Beuno's life is documented in various medieval Welsh texts, including the *Bucheddau'r Seint* (Lives of the Saints), although these accounts often blend historical fact with hagiographical elements.

The exact dates of his birth and death are uncertain, but he is generally placed within the period of the Celtic saints. His feast day is traditionally observed on April 21st. Beuno's legacy is primarily one of spiritual leadership, monastic foundation, and association with sacred natural sites, all of which have contributed to his enduring veneration in Wales.