About John Calybite
John Calybite was a monk.
John Calybite (or John Calabites, Calibita, Chalybita, Calabytes, Kalabytes, Kalybites, Kalyvitis ; died ) was a Greek monk and hermit who is venerated as a saint by the Eastern Orthodox Church and Roman Catholic Church.
He left home at a young age and for several years was a monk in Jerusalem. He returned home disguised as a beggar, and his parents did not recognize him, but gave him a hut to live in. He revealed himself to his mother when on his deathbed. His feast day is celebrated on 15 January.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was John Calybite?
Roman Saint
When was John Calybite born?
John Calybite was born in Rome.
When did John Calybite die?
John Calybite died in Constantinople.
What was John Calybite's occupation?
John Calybite was a monk.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). John Calybite. https://biography.guide/john-calybite/
MLA: "John Calybite." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/john-calybite/.
Chicago: "John Calybite." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/john-calybite/.
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