Martyr

Saint Anastasius

Saint Anastasius, a Persian convert, became a monk and was martyred for his faith under King Chosroes.

Patron saint of Goldsmiths, Converts
Feast
January 22
Era
7th Century
Place
Bethsaloe
Saint Anastasius portrait

At a Glance

Saint Anastasius

Feast Day
January 22
Era
7th Century
Primary Place
Bethsaloe
Vocation
Martyr
Patronage
Goldsmiths, Converts

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Overview

Saint Anastasius

Saint Anastasius, a Persian convert, became a monk and was martyred for his faith under King Chosroes.

Feast day: January 22

Patronage

Goldsmiths, Converts

Connected Places

  • Bethsaloe, Iran: His martyrdom site
  • Rome, Italy: Relics in Santi Vincenzo e Anastasio

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