Bede
/biːd/noun
An Anglo-Saxon monk and scholar known for his historical writings.
Did you know?The name 'Bede' comes from the Old English word 'bēda', meaning 'prayer' or 'request', linking this figure to spiritual invocation.
Etymological Timeline
Old English
Old English
bēda
“A term meaning 'prayer' or 'request', used in religious contexts.”
7th Century
Old English
Bēda
“Referring specifically to the revered monk Bede, known for his ecclesiastical history.”
Modern English
English
Bede
“Retaining the original reference to the scholar and the practice of prayer.”
Late 19th Century
English
Bede
“Emphasized in various scholarly works and the elevation of his religious significance.”