Columba (Colum Cille)

Columba, also known as Colum Cille, was an influential Irish monk and missionary born in 521 AD. He is best known for founding the monastery on the island of Iona in Scotland, which became a key center for Christian learning and evangelization in Scotland and beyond. Columba played a significant role in spreading Christianity to the Scottish tribes and fostering cultural and scholarly development. Revered as a saint, he is remembered for his spiritual leadership, dedication to education, and efforts to unify communities through faith. His legacy greatly impacted Ireland and Scotland’s religious history.