Christian mythology

A selection of Christian Martyrs, Hermits & Virgins

St. CUTHMAN OF STEYNING

Christian Saint

Also known as Cuthmann

A superb saint of Sussex

The English shepherd who pushed his aged mother in a handcart from the West Country to Steyning in Sussex where he built a small church. Christopher Fry’s play ‘The Boy With a Cart’ is a fitting memorial.

A resident of Sussex, he is associated with several local places including Steyning and Chanctonbury Ring.

One among many legends explains how he thwarted the Devil’s plans to destroy Sussex Christians. In the interests of national security we are unable to reveal Cuthman of Steyning’s secret weapon, but it did involve a candle, a sieve and a cock.

St. Cuthman of Steyning Facts and Figures

Name: Cuthman of Steyning
Pronunciation: Coming soon
Alternative names: Cuthmann

Gender: Male
Type: Saint
Birth and Death Dates: 681-???
Celebration or Feast Day: February 8th

Role: Unknown at present

Good/Evil Rating: Unknown at present
Popularity index: 1363

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Article last revised on April 07, 2019 by the Godchecker data dwarves.
Editors: Peter J. Allen, Chas Saunders

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