Thomas of Monmouth

Thomas of Monmouth
Borntwelfth century
Diedafter 1172
Occupation(s)monk, writer
Known forThe Life and Passion of William of Norwich

Thomas of Monmouth (fl. 1149–1172) was a Benedictine monk who lived in the Priory at Norwich Cathedral, England during the mid-twelfth century. He was the author of The Life and Miracles of St William of Norwich, a hagiography of William of Norwich that is considered the earliest example of the ritual murder libel.


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