Anthony of Antioch
| Saint Anthony | |
|---|---|
| Martyr | |
| Born | 266 AD |
| Died |
302 AD Antioch |
| Venerated in |
Roman Catholic Church Eastern Orthodox Church |
| Canonized | Pre-Congregation |
| Feast |
9 January (Roman Catholic) 8 January (Eastern Orthodox) |
Anthony (died 302 AD) was an early Christian priest who suffered martyrdom with Anastasius, Julian, Celsus and Marcionilla during the persecutions of Diocletian.[1] Denouncing the Roman way of life, he lived as a desert hermit, practiced celibacy, lived off roots and plants, and shunned any visitors he received. Anthony wished to live his life in complete solidarity with God.
References
- ↑ Saint Anthony Archived April 29, 2009, at the Wayback Machine. Patron Saint Index
External links
- "Saint Anthony of Antioch" at the Christian Iconography website
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