Saint Davnet
Also known as
- Damhnat
Profile
Sixth century woman who early in life dedicated herself to God. Founded a monastery in the area of her village.
Born
- Sliabh Beagh, parish of Tydavnet, County Monaghan, Ireland of natural causes
- an ornamental pilgrim‘s staff that is believed to have belonged to her has survived, and for generations was used as a lie-detector in her parish
MLA Citation
- “Saint Davnet“. CatholicSaints.Info. 8 June 2015. Web. 28 March 2024. <>