Romanus of Samosata
Syrian saint
About Romanus of Samosata
Romanus of Samosata (died 297) was a martyr for Christianity in Syria in 297. He and his companions, Jacob, Philotheus, Hyperechius, Abibus, Julianus, and Paregorius were all subject to a variety of tortures before being hanged to trees and then nailed against them. They are mentioned in the Menaea Graeca and the Menologium der Orthodox-Katholischen Kirche des Morgenlandes. Their feast day is January 29.
Romanus is one of the 140 Colonnade saints which adorn St. Peter's Square.
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Important facts
Frequently asked questions
Who was Romanus of Samosata?
Syrian saint
When did Romanus of Samosata die?
Romanus of Samosata died in 297 in Samosata.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Romanus of Samosata
· DBpedia: Romanus of Samosata
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