About Faustinus of Brescia
Lived 301 – 381 (aged 79–80). Faustinus of Brescia was a Roman christian minister, writer, hagiographer and priest.
Faustinus (died about 15 February 381 A.D.) was bishop of Brescia from c. 360, succeeding Ursicinus. His feast day in the Roman Catholic Church is 15 February: 16 February in the Orthodox Church.
Tradition claims that he was a descendant of Faustinus and Jovita, and that he compiled the Acts of these two martyrs. His relics were discovered in 1101.
Faustinus appeared in the old Roman Martyrology for February 15: "At Brescia, [in the year 350], the holy Confessor Faustinus, Bishop of that see." He is no longer listed in the 2004 revision. This may be because of some doubt that the person existed, or because their cult was never approved.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Faustinus of Brescia?
Bishop of Brescia
When was Faustinus of Brescia born?
Faustinus of Brescia was born in 301.
When did Faustinus of Brescia die?
Faustinus of Brescia died on 15 February 381 in Brescia.
What was Faustinus of Brescia's occupation?
Faustinus of Brescia was a christian minister, writer, hagiographer and priest.
What nationality was Faustinus of Brescia?
Faustinus of Brescia was Roman.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Faustinus of Brescia
· DBpedia: Faustinus of Brescia
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