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Statue of Saint Zosimus of Rome By Annibale Casella C1703 Colonnade of Saint PeterS Basilica Rome Italy
Statue of Saint Zosimus of Rome By Annibale Casella C1703 Colonnade of Saint PeterS Basilica Rome Italy

Saint Zosimus of Rome

Saint
Pre-Congregation

Feast Day

17 October; formerly 18 December

Born

Greek

Died

Mangled by wild animals c.107 in the arena of Rome, Italy

Canonized

Pre-Congregation

Biography

Saint Zosimus of Rome, a devoted disciple of Christ, is commemorated for his steadfast witness during the persecutions of Emperor Trajan in the early second century. According to tradition, he was brought to Rome alongside the venerable Saint Ignatius of Antioch and Saint Rufus, likely as a companion or convert during the tumultuous period of imperial persecution. His life of faith culminated in martyrdom, as he was executed alongside Saint Rufus, sharing the same fate and demonstrating unwavering courage in the face of death for the Christian faith. Though his specific birthplace and date remain unknown

Feast Days

October 17December 18

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