
Saint James of Saroug
Also known as: James of Osroena
Saint
Pre-Congregation
Feast Day
November 29
Died
November 29, 521
Canonized
Pre-Congregation
Biography
Saint James of Saroug, also known as James of Osroena, was a prominent figure in the early Christian Church. He was born in the year 451 in Qurtam, a town situated on the banks of the Euphrates River in modern-day Syria. From a young age, James showed great intelligence and a love for learning, and these attributes later served him well in his role as a theological scholar and bishop....