About Saint Piatus
Lived 201 – 286 (aged 84–85). Saint Piatus was a Roman missionary.
Piatus of Tournai (also Piaton, Platon, Piat, Piato) (died c. 286) was a Belgian saint. He was a native of Benevento, Italy, and is traditionally said to have been sent by the pope to evangelize the cities of Chartres and Tournai. Tradition also states that he was ordained by Dionysios the Areopagite. He was martyred under Maximian by having the top of his skull sliced off. He may be recognized in depictions holding the sliced portion of his skull. Eligius later discovered Piatus' relics and made a reliquary for them.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Saint Piatus?
saint from France and Belgium
When was Saint Piatus born?
Saint Piatus was born in 201 in Benevento.
When did Saint Piatus die?
Saint Piatus died in 286 in Tournai.
What was Saint Piatus's occupation?
Saint Piatus was a missionary.
What nationality was Saint Piatus?
Saint Piatus was Roman.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Saint Piatus. https://biography.guide/saint-piatus/
MLA: "Saint Piatus." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/saint-piatus/.
Chicago: "Saint Piatus." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/saint-piatus/.
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