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Guiraud
Saint Guiraud (1070–1123) was a bishop of Béziers of the twelfth century
He is said to have been the second prior of Cassan Abbey. He served as bishop from 1121 to November 5, 1123. He is a Catholic saint.
Born in Puissalicon, Guiraud later became the focus of local legends.
One legend states that when he was being baptized, the baptismal water began to boil. Legends also considered to be of a modest circumstances. However, several acts and charters have the signature "Guiraud of Puissalicon”, indicating noble birth. He was buried near Saint Aphrodisius, the legendary first bishop of the city.
Guiraud (disambiguation)
Guiraud may refer to:
- Guiraud (1070–1123), French bishop of Béziers
- Guiraudo lo Ros, Occitan troubador from Toulouse
- Alexandre Guiraud (1788–1847), French poet and author
- Ernest Guiraud (1837–1892), French composer
- Jean Guiraud (1866–1953), French historian and journalist
- Paul Guiraud (1850–1907), French historian