Saint Eusignius | |
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Martyr | |
Born | 252 |
Died | 362 (aged 109–110) Antioch |
Venerated in | Roman Catholic Church, Eastern Orthodox Church |
Canonized | Pre-Congregation |
Feast | 5 August |
Eusignius was a martyred Roman soldier. He began his military career under the emperor Maximian. [1] Under the reign of Constantine he served as general and was witness to emperor's vision of a cross in the sky symbolizing victory. [1] Eusignius retired from the military after 60 years of service. [2]
Eusignius was present at the martyrdom of St. Basiliscus and is said to have seen angels and Jesus Christ who took Basiliscus up to heaven. [3]
He was beheaded by Julian the Apostate in 362 for denouncing paganism. [1]
Eusiginius is one of the 140 Colonnade saints which adorn St. Peter's Square. [3]