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Saint Severinus of Scythopolis From Pictorial Lives of The Saints
Saint Severinus of Scythopolis From Pictorial Lives of The Saints

Saint Severian of Scythopolis

Also known as: Severianus; Severinus

Saint
Pre-Congregation

Feast Day

February 21

Died

January 1, 453

Canonized

Pre-Congregation

Biography

Saint Severian of Scythopolis, also known as Severianus or Severinus, was a prominent figure in the early Christian Church. He was born and raised in Scythopolis, a city located in modern-day north-east Israel. Little is known about his early years or his family background. Severian's devotion to Christianity led him to pursue a life of faith, and he eventually entered the priesthood....