John H Arnold wrote:
>
> Dear All
> I have a query, on behalf of an Early-modernist colleague (i'm sure this
> does not debar the list from responding!): does anybody know if there is,
> or has ever been, a patron saint for mining or miners? The particular
> area and time of interest is C17-C18 England, but any response would be
> welcome...
>
> many thanks
> john arnold
>
> School of History
> University of East Anglia
> NORWICH NR4 7TJ
> 01603 592796
I think you'll find that Saint Piran, patron saint of Cornish tinners,
is also considered the patron of all miners. And Saint Barbara is also
sometimes mentioned as patron saint of miners.
Judith Rosenberg
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