About Carpus of Beroea
Lived AD 50 – 100. Carpus of Beroea was an eastern Orthodox priest.
Carpus of Beroea (Greek: Κάρπος) of the Seventy Disciples is commemorated by the Church on 26 May with St. Alphaeus, and on 4 January with the rest of the Seventy Disciples.
In his second Epistle to Timothy (2 Timothy 4:13), Paul requests, "The phelonion that I left at Troas with Carpus, when thou comest, bring with thee, and the books." Carpus was bishop of Beroea (or Verria) in Macedonia.
Hymns Troparion (Tone 3) O holy Apostle Carpus, Entreat the merciful God, To grant our souls forgiveness of transgressions.
Kontakion (Tone 4) The Church possesses You as a shining star, O Holy Apostle Carpus, And is illumined by the multitude of your miracles. Save those who honor in faith Your holy memory.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Carpus of Beroea?
Greek priest
When was Carpus of Beroea born?
Carpus of Beroea was born in AD 50.
When did Carpus of Beroea die?
Carpus of Beroea died in 100.
What was Carpus of Beroea's occupation?
Carpus of Beroea was an eastern Orthodox priest.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Carpus of Beroea. https://biography.guide/carpus-of-beroea/
MLA: "Carpus of Beroea." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/carpus-of-beroea/.
Chicago: "Carpus of Beroea." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/carpus-of-beroea/.
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