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Saint Saturian of Mauretania

Saint Saturian of Mauretania, also known as Satyrus, was a courageous martyr who lived during the 5th century in Mauretania, North Africa.

Feast Day October 16

Biography

Saint Saturian of Mauretania, also known as Satyrus, was a courageous martyr who lived during the 5th century in Mauretania, North Africa. Very little is known about his early life, but historical records indicate that he was enslaved by the Arian Vandals, a Germanic tribe, who had invaded Mauretania. During this time, the Arian Vandals persecuted Christians who remained faithful to the Catholic Church, which affirmed the Trinitarian beliefs declared at the Council of Nicaea. Although enslaved, Saturian remained steadfast in his Catholic faith, despite the constant threat of persecution. In the year 458, during the reign of Genseric, the Vandal king, Saturian's faith was severely tested. Genseric issued decrees to suppress the Catholic Church, banishing bishops and priests, and ordering the destruction of Catholic churches.

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