St. Theobald of Marly
Jul 27
Ninth Abbot of Vaux-de-Cernay
Theobald was the son of Bouchard of Montmorency, one of the most illustrious families of Europe.
They were constables of France, marshals, admirals, cardinals, grand officers of the crown and grand masters of various knightly orders.
He was born in the family castle of Marly, highly educated and trained as a knight.
He served for a time in the court of King Phillip Augustus II, but showed a strong inclination to a state of retirement.