Venerius of Milan

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For the hermit and patron saint of lighthouse keepers, see Venerius the Hermit.

Saint Venerius of Milan (d. 409) was a bishop of Milan. Ordained a deacon by Saint Ambrose, he became bishop of that city around 400 AD, after the death of Saint Simplician, his predecessor.

He was a friend of Saint John Chrysostom.

His feast day is May 6.

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