About Alexander
Alexander was a physician.
Saint Alexander was a martyr and companion of Saint Pothinus. Alexander was a physician in Vienne, Gaul, when he converted to Christianity. He was arrested during the persecutions conducted under Emperor Marcus Aurelius. Along with Pothinus and forty-six other Christians, Alexander was tortured and executed. As part of this group, Alexander is one of the Martyrs of Lyons and Vienne.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Alexander?
Christian martyr
When did Alexander die?
Alexander died in 177 in Lyon.
What was Alexander's occupation?
Alexander was a physician.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Alexander (martyr)
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