Gérard du Cher
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Gérard du Cher
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Gérard du Cher, numbered Gerald II, was the bishop of Limoges from 1142 until his death. Born into the lower nobility, he succeeded his uncle, Eustorge de Scorailles, as bishop. Five years elapsed between Eustorge's death in 1137 and Gérard's election. He was selected by the cathedral chapter in an election free of outside interference. In 1158, Gérard founded a hospital in Limoges dedicated to Gerald of Aurillac. In 1167, he canonised Stephen of Muret, the founder of Grandmont Abbey; Stephen wa
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Former bishop of Limoges
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2021-04-11T14:37:45Z
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