> Today, 15 May, is the feast of ...
>
> Dympna, martyr (650) - Her cult flourished in the
> thirteenth century in the town of Gheel which is located 25
> miles from Antwerp. Dympna's shrine was frequented by
> people who sought cures for mental illnesses.
>
Dear Marleen,
Has there been any studies on the cult of Dympna. I am curious to know why
her cult became so popular in the thirteenth century. Any ideas?
Yours,
Carolyn
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