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Saint Mamas

Saint Mamas, also known as Mammas, Mamans, Mamante, Mamede, Mamés, Mammes, Mammesius, and Mammet, was born in a prison where his parents, Saint Theodotus and Saint Rufina, were held prior to their martyrdom.

Feast Day August 17

Biography

Saint Mamas, also known as Mammas, Mamans, Mamante, Mamede, Mamés, Mammes, Mammesius, and Mammet, was born in a prison where his parents, Saint Theodotus and Saint Rufina, were held prior to their martyrdom. Raised by Saint Ammi, he grew to become a shepherd who was known for preaching to the animals in the fields. Legend has it that the animals would gather around Saint Mamas to hear the good news of the Gospel. Among them, a lion became his faithful companion and protector. Even during the persecutions of Aurelian, the lion accompanied him, faithfully standing by his side during examinations. Unfortunately, the exact details of Saint Mamas' martyrdom are not recorded. It is believed that he died around the year 275 in Cappadocia, a region in present-day Turkey.

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Detail From Saint Mammas And Duke Alexander By Jean Cousin The Elder 1541 Tapestry Musée Du Louvre Paris

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