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Saint for a Minute
Saint for a Minute
Detail From A Miniature of The Menology of Basil II C985 Artist Unknown Vatican Library Rome Italy
Detail From A Miniature of The Menology of Basil II C985 Artist Unknown Vatican Library Rome Italy

Saint Maruthas

Also known as: Apostle of Iran; Apostle of Persia; Maruf

Saint
Pre-Congregation

Feast Day

December 4

Canonized

Pre-Congregation

Biography

Saint Maruthas, also known as the Apostle of Iran and Apostle of Persia, was an influential figure in the early Christian Church. Born in the early 4th century, he became renowned for his tireless efforts in spreading the message of Christianity throughout the regions of Syria and Persia. Maruthas was ordained as the Bishop of Maiferkat, a city located in Mesopotamia....