Rhys Prichard
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1579 – 1644
Who was Rhys Prichard?
Rhys Prichard was a Welsh clergyman and poet. He was vicar of Llandovery in the west of Wales and held various posts at St David's Cathedral. He was known as "Yr Hen Ficer"
Prichard, who was educated at Jesus College, Oxford, composed many poems on religious themes. His greatest fame lies with his influential poem Cannwyll y Cymry, a collection of poetical teachings and moral guidance.
Rhys Prichard was believed to have been born in the house at 33 High Street Llandovery, which was owned by his parents at the time. Later in his life he built a larger house on the same plot of land, and this house was demolished in the mid-20th century.
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