St. Ignatius
(d.c.107)

Bishop of Antioch who was active for over 40 years until he was martyred. Under the emperor Trajan he was taken to Rome and thrown to the wild animals during public games.

The seven letters he wrote on his way to Rome still exist.

His relics are kept in St.Peter's church in Rome.



Orthodox nameday: 20/12


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