sentences:  Maurice was probably one of the people who helped Robert after his defeat at the Battle of Methven in 1305.Robert I's first recorded act as king involved Abbot Maurice, who was given a "credence" (like empowering a Plenipotentiary or possessor of Power of Attorney) to speak with Maol Íosa III, Earl of Strathearn on his behalf.Maurice was in England with a grant of safe-conduct in January 1313, probably on a mission to attempt to make peace between the two kings.