Adrevald (c. 818 – 878) was a Benedictine monk associated with the Abbey of Fleury (also known as Fleury‑Saint‑Benoît) in present‑day France. He was born in a village near the monastery and entered the monastic community there. Adrevald is noted for his work on religious literature, including translation and historiographical contributions concerning Saint Benedict. He died in 878.
Biographical overview
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Birth | Circa 818, in a settlement close to the Abbey of Fleury. |
| Monastic life | Joined the Benedictine community at Fleury; later known as “Adrevald of Fleury.” |
| Literary activity | Produced or contributed to texts such as the Historia translationis Sancti Benedicti (History of the Translation of Saint Benedict). |
| Death | 878. |
| Historical reputation | Recognized in medieval sources for his scholarly and religious work within the monastic tradition. |
Sources
- Miracula Sancti Benedicti (860‑870) – entry for Adrevald of Fleury. https://mmp.acdh-dev.oeaw.ac.at/archiv/text/detail/138
- McClintock and Strong Biblical Cyclopedia – biography of Adrevald, noting birth circa 818, monastic affiliation, and death in 878. https://www.biblicalcyclopedia.com/A/adrevald.html
- CLASP (Consolidated Library of Anglo‑Saxon Poetry) – catalog entry for Historia translationis S. Benedicti attributed to Adrevald of Fleury. https://clasp.ell.ox.ac.uk/db-latest/apmo/content/bhl1117
