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Thomas Becket's life and death inspired a number of pieces of literature, including the play "Becket" and the movie that was made into.
Indirectly, because his shrine was the destination of the pilgrims in the work, it is connected to the Canterbury Tales, by Geoffrey Chaucer.
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Was Thomas Becket a missionary saint?
No, Thomas Becket was not a missionary.
When was Thomas Becket born?
Thomas Becket was born on December 21, 1118.
In what cathedral did Thomas becket die?
Canterbury cathedral was the location of the martyrdom of St Thomas Becket.
What is Thomas Becket's birthday?
Thomas Becket was born on December 21, 1118.
What was Thomas becket's middle name?
Thomas Becket's middle name was Edward.
Why was Thomas becket called Thomas a becket?
Thomas Becket was not called Thomas à Becket during his own lifetime. He was called Thomas à Becket, by people who wrote about him much later, possibly in imitation of the name Thomas à Kempis, who was another medieval monk. Also Thomas Becket was commonly known as "Thomas à Becket", although this form seems not to have been contemporaneous, but a post-Reformation adornment, possibly in imitation ofThomas à Kempis.
Who was Saint Thomas Becket's father?
Thomas was the son of Gilbert Becket and his wife Matilda.
Where was Thomas Becket born?
Thomas Becket was born in Cheapside, London around 1118
How did thomas becket trust in god?
Thomas Becket trusted in god because jjfnurjgf
What date did Thomas Becket become archbishop of Canterbury?
Thomas Becket became Archbishop formally on June 3, 1162. There is a link below to an article on Thomas Becket.
Did Thomas Becket have a middle name?
Yes, Thomas Becket's middle name was in fact Edward.
When was Thomas A Becket First School created?
Thomas A Becket First School was created in 1985.
