The fifth day of Christmas, 29th December, is the Memorial of St. Thomas Becket, Bishop and Martyr. However, as Becket was not born until c1120, this celebration of his matryrdom was not relevent in 1065.
"Thomas Becket also known as Saint Thomas of Canterbury, Thomas of London[ and later Thomas à Becket, (21 December 1119 or 1120 – 29 December 1170), was Archbishop of Canterbury from 1162 until his murder in 1170. He is venerated as a saint and martyr by both the Catholic Church and the Anglican Communion. He engaged in conflict with Henry II, King of England, over the rights and privileges of the Church and was murdered by followers of the king in Canterbury Cathedral. Soon after his death, he was canonised by Pope Alexander III." [wiki]
Following the dedication of Westminster Abbey on Childermass day, the records go silent of King Edward’s progress. He was severely ill, but he did not lapse into unconsciousness until the ninth day of Christmas. This leaves several days where Edward was out of commission and the country must have been ruled by Queen Edith, Earl Harold and Archbishop Stigand according to their realm of influence. What took place during these four days can only be speculated upon. Harold Godwinson must have been negotiating his succession with the nobles and clergy present at court.
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