Saint Gaucher of Meulan
Originally from Meulan, Gaucher retired to Limousin in the 12th century to lead a hermit's life. Founder of the monastery of Aureil under th…
Iconographic attribute
canon's habit
7 saints
Saint Gilduin (Gildouin)
Born in 1052, Gilduin was a canon of Dol from a noble Breton lineage. Elected bishop against his will, he traveled to Rome to beg Pope Grego…
Blessed Herve
Treasurer of Saint-Martin de Tours in the 11th century, Hervé dedicated his life and fortune to the reconstruction of the basilica destroyed…
Saint Raymond of Toulouse
A regular canon in Toulouse in the 11th century, Raymond dedicated his life and fortune to the poor and public works after his widowhood. He…
Saint Theobald of Le Dorat
A canon of Le Dorat in the 11th century, Theobald was a disciple of Saint Israel. A model of humility, he refused the priesthood to remain a…
Saint Walter of Esterp
Born around 990 in Aquitaine, Gautier was educated at Le Dorat before becoming Abbot of l'Esterp. Recognized for his charity toward the poor…
Venerable William of Champeaux
A nobleman from Brie and brilliant professor in Paris, William of Champeaux founded the Abbey of Saint-Victor before becoming Bishop of Châl…
Frequently asked questions
Which saints are depicted with canon's habit?
Saints depicted with canon's habit: Saint Gaucher of Meulan, Saint Gilduin (Gildouin), Blessed Herve, Saint Raymond of Toulouse, Saint Theobald of Le Dorat, Saint Walter of Esterp and Venerable William of Champeaux.