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Saint Macedonius Kritophagos

Saint
Pre-Congregation

Feast Day

January 24

Canonized

Pre-Congregation

Biography

Saint Macedonius Kritophagos, also known as the "Barley Eater," was a hermit who lived in Syria during the ancient times. Born in an unknown date, his early life remains mostly obscure. However, it is known that Saint Macedonius prominently featured his unique devotion and self-imposed dietary restrictions for several decades....