Tradition has it that Caolán was so impressed with Colman's potential as a Christian apostle and with his charism for performing miracles that he sent him to visit various other monasteries so that he might learn from the religious practices and forms of community life he would encounter there and enjoy the opportunity of more extensive learning, especially in Holy Scripture. To perfect his knowledge of the Scriptures St. Colman went to the great school of Emly, c. 470 or 475, and remained there some years.
Tradition holds that Caolán was so impressed by Colman's potential as a Christian apostle and his ability to perform miracles that he sent him on a journey to various monasteries to learn from their religious practices and community life, allowing him to gain more extensive knowledge of the Scriptures. To further enhance his understanding of Scripture, St. Colman attended the renowned school of Emly around 470 or 475, where he spent several years studying there.