Auspice (bishop of Apt)

Auspicius of Apt also known as Auspice of Apt (96–102), was a Pre-Congregational saint, first bishop of Apt, France who was consecrated by Clement I and martyred under Trajan.

Historic record

His name is mentioned in the passion of Saint Nereus and Achilles.[1] and in the "Acts of St. Auspice". His tomb was found during renovation work in 1056, in a crypt under a ruined altar in the Cathedral of Apt.[2]

Life

The hagiographic tradition, holds him first bishop Apt sent by Pope Clement I, and he was martyred under Trajan.[3] Ancient manuscripts hold he was attached to Flavia Domitilla like the brothers Nereus and Achilles who he would have himself buried after they were martyred.[3]

References

  1. ↑ N. Didier, H. Dubled, J. Barruol, Cartulaire de l'Église d'Apt, (835–1130), in Essais et travaux de l’Université de Grenoble, Librairie Dalloz, Paris, 1967. p. 16.
  2. ↑ N. Didier, H. Dubled, J. Barruol, Cartulaire de l'Église d'Apt, (835–1130), in Essais et travaux de l’Université de Grenoble, Librairie Dalloz, Paris, 1967. p235.
  3. 1 2 N. Didier, H. Dubled, J. Barruol, Cartulaire de l'Église d'Apt, (835-1130), in Essais et travaux de l’Université de Grenoble, Librairie Dalloz, Paris, 1967. p15.
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