Anastasius of Antioch (martyr)
| Saint Anastasius | |
|---|---|
| Martyr | |
| Died |
302 Antioch |
| Venerated in | Roman Catholic Church Eastern Orthodox Church |
| Canonized | Pre-Congregation |
| Feast |
9 January Roman Catholic 8 January Eastern Orthodox |
Anastasius was a Christian convert who suffered martyrdom with Anthony, Julian, Celsus and Marcionilla, during the persecutions of Diocletian.[1]
He is supposed to have converted after being raised from the dead by Saint Julian of Antioch.
His memorial is on 9 January.
Anastasius is one of the 140 Colonnade saints which adorn St. Peter's Square.
References
- ↑ Saint Anastasius Patron Saint Index