The British History Podcast

91 – WelshCast Part Four: Three Kings of Wales Who Really Annoyed Gildas

Jul 9, 2013
In this podcast, the focus is on Welsh kings who angered Gildas, a Welshman himself. Gildas criticizes Constantine for his deceit and violence, urging him to repent. The possibility of Constantine reforming and the existence of churches dedicated to him are explored. Fortiparius, ruler of southwestern Wales, is critiqued for his sinful behavior. The influence of Magnus Maximus on Vortiparius is questioned, and Nenius's omission of Vortiparius is discussed.
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