
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....