Dyfrig

Dyfrig, also known as Dubricius, was a Welsh saint and bishop in the early medieval period. He is particularly associated with the region of South Wales, and his veneration is recorded in various Welsh saints' calendars and genealogies. The precise details of his life are difficult to ascertain due to the passage of time and the nature of early medieval sources, which often blend historical fact with legend.

According to tradition, Dyfrig founded several churches and monasteries, most notably the monastery at Henllan, which is often identified with Llandough, near Cardiff. He is also linked to the establishment of a school or college, suggesting an important role in the religious and educational life of his time. His patronage extended to the area around the River Usk.

Dyfrig is often considered to be the bishop who consecrated Saint Teilo, another significant Welsh saint. This connection places Dyfrig in a prominent position within the Welsh ecclesiastical hierarchy. His feast day is celebrated on January 14th in some traditions. While his historical existence is generally accepted by scholars, specific biographical details and the extent of his influence are subjects of ongoing study and interpretation by historians and hagiographers.