Saint Africanus
Saint Africanus (dates uncertain; probably 3rd–4th century) was an early Christian martyr venerated in the Catholic Church. He is commemorated in the Roman Martyrology and in local ecclesiastical tradition as one of a group of martyrs who suffered for the Christian faith during the persecutions of the Roman Empire. Feast day observances for martyrs bearing the name Africanus occur on multiple dates in different regional traditions (including March 9 and other dates), reflecting multiple distinct individuals.
The name Africanus (meaning "the African" or "of Africa") was common in the Roman Empire and appears in connection with several early Christian martyrs. The most historically documented Christian figure bearing this name is Julius Africanus (c. 160–240 AD), a Christian scholar, traveler, and author of a universal chronicle who is venerated as a saint in the Eastern Church. In the Western martyrological tradition, one or more martyrs named Africanus are commemorated for having suffered death for the faith.
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| Saint Africanus | |
|---|---|
| Feast Day | March 09 |
| Profession | Unknown; martyr |
| Rel. Affiliation | Early Christianity; Catholic Church |
| Attributes | Palm branch of martyrdom |
| Birthplace | Unknown (Roman Empire; possibly Africa) |
| Death Place | Unknown |
| Cause of Death | Martyrdom |
| Liturgical Class | Not included in the General Roman Calendar |
| Historic Class | Not included |
Biography
Birth
No information about the birth date or birthplace of Saint Africanus is available in surviving historical sources.
Early Life
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Occupation
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Vocation
Saint Africanus is venerated as a martyr who gave his life for the Christian faith during the Roman persecutions.
Death
The date, place, and manner of death of Saint Africanus are not documented in surviving sources beyond his inclusion in early martyrologies as a confessor of the faith who suffered martyrdom.
Significant events
- Venerated as a martyr in ancient tradition.
- Included in the Roman Martyrology.
Significant locations
Legend
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Shrines
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List of shrines
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Canonization
Servant of God
Recognized by ancient tradition.
Venerable
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Beatification
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Canonization
Recognized through ancient tradition; included in the Roman Martyrology.
Miracles
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Miracle for beatification
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Miracle for canonization
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Patronage
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Feast day
March 9
Veneration
Saint Africanus is venerated in the Roman Catholic Church as an early martyr.
Prayers
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References
- Roman Martyrology (Martyrologium Romanum). Vatican City: Libreria Editrice Vaticana, 2004.