About Ursus of Auxerre
Lived 450 – 508 (aged 57–58). Ursus of Auxerre was a presbyter.
Saint Ursus of Auxerre (, born AD — died 508 AD) was Bishop of Auxerre from until his repose in 508. He is venerated as a saint in the Eastern Orthodox Church and Roman Catholic church, with his feast day being commemorated on 30 July.
Biography Ursus was presumably born around 427 AD.
He had been a hermit at the church of Saint Amator before being elected bishop at the age of 75 around 502.
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Who was Ursus of Auxerre?
Bishop of Auxerre
When was Ursus of Auxerre born?
Ursus of Auxerre was born in 450.
When did Ursus of Auxerre die?
Ursus of Auxerre died in 508 in Auxerre.
What was Ursus of Auxerre's occupation?
Ursus of Auxerre was a presbyter.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Ursus of Auxerre. https://biography.guide/ursus-of-auxerre/
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