Saint Leucius of Brindisi | |
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 Depiction of St Leucius in the Cathedral of Benevento, by Oronzo Tiso | |
| Martyr and Bishop of Brindisi | |
| Born | Early 2nd century Location Unknown, believed to be Eastern Europe |
| Died | 180 |
| Venerated in | Roman Catholic Church, Orthodox Church |
| Canonized | Pre-congregation |
| Major shrine | Benevento |
| Feast | 11 January (Roman Catholic Church), (Orthodox Church) |
| Attributes | Pastoral Staff |
| Patronage | Atessa, Brindisi |
Saint Leucius was initially a missionary from Alexandria, Egypt,[1] who later founded the Diocese of Brindisi, as the first Bishop in 165. It is believed that he later suffered martyrdom in 180.
- ^ St. Leucius of Brindisi Catholic Online