
Saint Urpasian of Nicomedia
Saint
Pre-Congregation
Feast Day
March 13
Died
January 1, 295
Canonized
Pre-Congregation
Biography
Saint Urpasian of Nicomedia, also known as Saint Urpasianus, was a devout Christian who served as a member of the imperial household of Roman emperor Diocletian in Nicomedia, which is now modern-day Turkey. Little is known about his early life or family background. During the early fourth century, Christianity faced severe persecution under Diocletian's reign....