Saint Hyacinth of Caesarea
Saint
Pre-Congregation
Feast Day
July 3
Canonized
Pre-Congregation
Biography
Saint Hyacinth of Caesarea, venerated as a martyr, served as chamberlain to Emperor Trajan in Caesarea, Cappadocia. His steadfast faith, however, brought him into conflict with imperial authority. Imprisoned for his Christian convictions, he faced a profound test of conscience: his sole sustenance was meat previously offered in pagan sacrifice....