About Modest
Modest was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.
Modestus (died 489) was bishop of Trier when the Franks gained control over the city of Trier and he is considered a Pre-Congregational Saint. His feast day is 24 February.
Despite the turmoil he lived through he died in Trier in 489 of natural causes and his relics are enshrined in the church Saint Matthias, Trier, Germany.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Modest?
Bishop of Trier
When did Modest die?
Modest died in Trier.
What was Modest's occupation?
Modest was a catholic priest and catholic bishop.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Modestus (bishop of Trier)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Modest. https://biography.guide/modest-catholic-priest/
MLA: "Modest." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/modest-catholic-priest/.
Chicago: "Modest." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/modest-catholic-priest/.
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