Heribert | |
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Archbishop of Cologne | |
Church | Roman Catholic Church |
Archdiocese | Cologne |
See | Cologne |
Appointed | 9 July 999 |
Term ended | 16 March 1021 |
Predecessor | Ebergar |
Successor | Pilgrim |
Orders | |
Ordination | 994 by Holdebold |
Consecration | 25 December 999 |
Personal details | |
Born | Heribert c. 970 |
Died | 16 March 1021 (aged 50-51) Cologne, Kingdom of Germany |
Sainthood | |
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Canonized | c. 1075 by Pope Gregory VII |
Attributes | Episcopal attire |
Patronage |
Heribert of Cologne (c. 970 – 16 March 1021), also known as Saint Heribert, was a German Roman Catholic prelate who served as the Archbishop of Cologne from 999 until his death.[1] He also served as the Chancellor for the Emperor Otto III since 994. He also collaborated with Henry II, Holy Roman Emperor with whom relations were strained though were strengthened over time.[2]
Heribert's canonization was confirmed around 1075.[1]