Her companion Rachildis was not killed, and lived another 21 years, during which her disease returned. She spent the rest of her life learning patience through suffering. Wiborada's refusal to leave her cell and the part she played in saving the lives of the priests and religious of her convent have merited her the title of martyr.
Wiborada's companion Rachildis was spared, and lived for another 21 years, during which time she faced a relapse of her disease. She dedicated the rest of her life to developing perseverance through adversity. Wiborada's resolve not to leave her cell and her significant role in saving the lives of the priests and nuns at her convent have earned her the title of martyr.