About Serapion the Sindonite
Serapion the Sindonite was an Egyptian monk.
Serapion the Sindonite ( – 356 AD) was a Christian monk from Egypt who is considered a saint by the Eastern Orthodox Church, Oriental Orthodox Church, and the Roman Catholic Church. His feast day is on 7 April in the Orthodox Church. He is inscribed on the Roman Martyrology for 21 March.
Life
Serapion was an Egyptian monk who was noted for his severely ascetic practices. He lived at a time when monasticism was starting to flourish in the Egyptian wilderness. According to Alban Butler,
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Serapion the Sindonite?
Egyptian monk
When was Serapion the Sindonite born?
Serapion the Sindonite was born in Egypt.
When did Serapion the Sindonite die?
Serapion the Sindonite died in 356.
What was Serapion the Sindonite's occupation?
Serapion the Sindonite was a monk.
What nationality was Serapion the Sindonite?
Serapion the Sindonite was Egyptian.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Serapion the Sindonite
· DBpedia: Serapion the Sindonite
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Serapion the Sindonite. https://biography.guide/serapion-the-sindonite/
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