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Saint James of Tarentaise

Also known as: Apostle of Savoy; James the Syrian; James the Assyrian; Giacomo….

Saint
Pre-Congregation

Feast Day

January 16

Died

January 16, 429

Canonized

Pre-Congregation

Biography

Saint James of Tarentaise, also known as Apostle of Savoy, James the Syrian, James the Assyrian, or Giacomo, was a remarkable figure in the early Christian tradition. Born in Syria, he initially served as a soldier in the imperial Persian army. However, his life took a dramatic turn when he experienced a profound conversion to Christianity....