It was probably at this period that St.Patrick visited Munster, and the touching incident already related occurred at the baptism of Aengus.

This prince was singularly devoted to religion, as indeed his conduct during the administration of the sacrament of regeneration could not fail to indicate.
The saint's mission in Munster was eminently successful.

Lonan, the chief of the district of Ormonde, entertained him with great hospitality, and thousands embraced the faith.

Many of the inhabitants of Corca Baiscin crossed the Shannon in their hidecovered boats (curaghs) when the saint was on the southern side, in Hy-Figeinte, and were baptized by him in the waters of their magnificent river.

At their earnest entreaty, St.Patrick ascended a hill which commanded a view of the country of the Dalcassians, and gave his benediction to the whole territory.