Saint Vibiana
3rd-century Roman saint
About Saint Vibiana
Saint Vibiana is a third-century virgin martyr of the Roman Catholic Church. She is a patroness of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles, along with Patrick and Emydius. Our Lady of the Angels is the chief patroness. Vibiana's liturgical feast day is 1 September, which begins four days of "celebration" through the 4th and the birthday of the City of Angels.
The remains of Vibiana were rediscovered on December 9, 1853, in ancient catacombs near the Appian Way. A marble tablet adorned her tomb upon which was inscribed "to the soul of the innocent and pure Vibiana", above a laurel wreath. A wreath was a symbol of martyrdom in Early Christianity.
Since 2002, the relics of Vibiana have been housed in the mausoleum of the Cathedral of Our Lady of the Angels. The former Cathedral of Saint Vibiana in Los Angeles, California was dedicated to her.
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Important facts
Frequently asked questions
Who was Saint Vibiana?
3rd-century Roman saint
When was Saint Vibiana born?
Saint Vibiana was born in Rome.
When did Saint Vibiana die?
Saint Vibiana died in Rome.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Saint Vibiana. https://biography.guide/saint-vibiana/
MLA: "Saint Vibiana." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/saint-vibiana/.
Chicago: "Saint Vibiana." Biography.guide. https://biography.guide/saint-vibiana/.
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