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Detail of The Martyrdom of Saint Polyeuctus From The 11Th Century Menology of Basil
Detail of The Martyrdom of Saint Polyeuctus From The 11Th Century Menology of Basil

Saint Polyeuctus of Melitene

Also known as: Polieuto; Polyeuktos; Polyeuctes; Polyeuktos

Saint
Pre-Congregation

Feast Day

January 7

Died

January 1, 250

Canonized

Pre-Congregation

Biography

Saint Polyeuctus of Melitene, also known as Polieuto, Polyeuktos, Polyeuctes, or Polyeuktos, was an officer in the Roman legion who converted to Christianity. His story is one of great zeal and courage in the face of persecution, making him a highly revered figure in the early days of the Church. Born in Melitene, Armenia (modern-day Malatya, Turkey), Polyeuctus was a respected military officer in the Roman legion....