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Statue of Saint Bénigne Martyr Sculptor Unknown Photograph Taken By Jochen Jahnke
Statue of Saint Bénigne Martyr Sculptor Unknown Photograph Taken By Jochen Jahnke

Saint Benignus of Dijon

Also known as: Benigna; Benigne; Benigny

Saint
Pre-Congregation

Feast Day

November 1

Canonized

Pre-Congregation

Biography

Saint Benignus of Dijon, also known as Benigna, Benigne, or Benigny, was a missionary who played a significant role in spreading Christianity in various regions of France during the early years of the Church. Born in Smyrna, modern-day Turkey, he was sent as a missionary by Saint Polycarp of Smyrna to the areas of Marseilles, Autun, and Dijon in France....

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