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An Engraving of Saint Laureano 1758 By Fray Diego Tello Lasso De La Vega From The Book San Laureano Obispo Y Martir
An Engraving of Saint Laureano 1758 By Fray Diego Tello Lasso De La Vega From The Book San Laureano Obispo Y Martir

Saint Laurian of Seville

Also known as: Laureano; Laurianus

Saint
Pre-Congregation

Feast Day

July 4

Died

July 1, 4

Canonized

Pre-Congregation

Biography

Saint Laurian of Seville, also known as Laureano or Laurianus, was born in Hungary. Little is known about his early life, but he eventually became a deacon in Milan, Italy. He was ordained by Saint Eustogius II, who recognized his potential and dedication to serving the Church. During this time, Arianism, a heretical movement that denied the divinity of Jesus Christ, was spreading rapidly....