
Saint Diodorus of Emesa
Saint
Pre-Congregation
Feast Day
June 13
Canonized
Pre-Congregation
Biography
Saint Diodorus of Emesa, also known as Diodorus of Homs, was a Christian martyr who lived during the early Church period. Born in Emesa, Phoenicia (modern-day Homs, Syria), the details of his life are relatively scarce. However, his unwavering faith and ultimate sacrifice have made him a revered figure in the Christian tradition. Diodorus lived at a time when Christians faced persecution for their beliefs....