Life of St. Ciaran of Clonmacnoise

Saint Abbot Ciaran was born in the village of Latrones in Meath, Ireland, to Beonnd, a wealthy chariot maker, and his wife Derercha. He had four brothers who became priests and a sister who became a widow after marriage. Ciaran exhibited miraculous abilities from a young age, including resurrecting a dead horse and transforming water into honey. He was educated by a holy deacon, Diarmatus, and performed further miracles, such as restoring a calf to life. His life and deeds highlight his sanctity and the divine favor bestowed upon him.