Saint Nicetas The Goth
Feast Day
15 September (based on translation of relics)
Born
4th-century Goth territory north of the Danube River
Died
Burned alive c.370 on the banks of the Danube River; relics enshrined in Mopsuestria, Cilicia (in modern Turkey) on 15 September 375; left arm enshrined in the 12th century abbey of Saint Nicetas in Melendugno, Lecce, Italy
Canonized
Pre-Congregation
Biography
Saint Nicetas The Goth, venerated as a martyr, was a convert to Christianity within the Gothic community of the fourth century. Born into the Gothic people, he was brought to the faith through the dedicated missionary and translator, Bishop Ulphilas, who labored among the Goths to spread the Gospel. Nicetas embraced his new faith with profound conviction, living as a witness to Christ amidst his people. His steadfast adherence to Christianity, however, drew the ire of King Athanaric, a ruler who fiercely persecuted Christians within his realm. Facing the king's violent opposition, Saint Nicetas chose to remain faithful to Christ rather than renounce his信仰. He
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